A thoughtful, accessible collection that rethinks classic texts and modern criticism.
In Meredith Revisited and Other Essays, Crees surveys Greek tragedy, Homer, Ibsen, Newman, and Meredith with clear, lively insight. The pieces connect literary craft to real life, asking what makes great writing endure and how readers respond across ages.
- Sharp readings of Euripides’ Medea, including its dramatic force and questions about gender and society
- Close looks at Homer, Odysseus, and the epic’s human realities and moral texture
- Essays on George Meredith, Henrik Ibsen, Cardinal Newman, and other writers and thinkers
- Reflections on the purpose of literature, criticism, and the role of the reader
Ideal for readers who enjoy thoughtful literary criticism that stays grounded in text and context, while exploring how works speak to us today.