Selections From the Prose Works of Matthew Arnold Edited With Introduction and Notes Classic Reprint

Matthew Arnold

ISBN 10: 1332781551 / ISBN 13: 9781332781553

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Selections From the Prose Works of Matthew Arnold Edited With Introduction and Notes Classic Reprint
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332781551
• ISBN 13: 9781332781553
• Binding: PAP
• Condition: New
• Weight: 578 grams

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Synopsis

Discover Matthew Arnold’s prose and the ideas that shaped a century. This edition gathers key prose writings and an insightful introduction to help readers understand Arnold’s work, influence, and place in literary history.

The volume frames Arnold’s life as a devoted public intellectual—teacher, inspector, and critic—and explains how his prose complements his poetry. You’ll encounter clear, thoughtful writing that blends moral reflection with practical wisdom, set against the cultural currents of his time. The included notes illuminate the context and connections that illuminate his enduring ideas.

• Concise prose selections that reveal Arnold’s approach to life, literature, and education.


• Context and interpretation from introductions and notes that help you see his influence on modern thought.


• Juxtaposition of prose and poetry to show how his method and themes unfold across forms.


• Background on his career, from Oxford professor to school inspector, and how these roles shaped his ideas.

Ideal for readers of 19th‑century thought, literary criticism, and the history of education, who want a grounded view of Arnold’s ideas and their relevance today.