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Modern Language Notes, Vol. 31: 1916 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

James Wilson Bright

 
9780656122967: Modern Language Notes, Vol. 31: 1916 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

explore 1916 scholarship in one compact volume

A quiet powerhouse of literary and linguistic study, this issue compiles notes, essays, and reviews from modern language scholars. It offers a window into early 20th‑century philology, literary history, and critical debate, all grounded in close reading and textual comparison.

This edition gathers thoughtful discussions on Chaucer, Tennyson, and other authors, plus methodological notes on the study of language and literature. Readings blend philology, editorial observation, and historical context to illuminate classic and medieval texts as they were understood a century ago. The issue also includes correspondences and reviews that reflect scholarly networks and ongoing debates of the time.
  • Notes on early poetry and its sources, including parallels and origins in medieval and classic texts
  • Critical discussions on authorship, textual transmission, and the interpretation of well‑known works
  • Shorter essays and correspondence that reveal research methods and scholarly priorities
  • A collection of reviews and brief mentions highlighting recent and forthcoming publications in the field
Ideal for readers of literary history, philology, and early 20th‑century scholarship, this edition suits researchers, students, and anyone curious about how scholars approached language and literature a century ago.

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