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""The Cambridge History of English Literature: The Age of Johnson"" is an expansive scholarly survey that explores the rich literary landscape of the mid-to-late eighteenth century. This tenth volume of the renowned series focuses on an era defined by the influence of Samuel Johnson, a period that witnessed significant shifts in English thought and creative expression. The work provides a detailed analysis of the transition from Neo-Classical traditions toward the emotional and imaginative depth of the early Romantic period. The text delves into a variety of literary forms, including the evolution of the novel, the development of historical writing, and the changing nature of eighteenth-century poetry. It offers critical insights into the works of major figures and the intellectual circles that shaped the Georgian era. From the rise of literary criticism to the popularity of Gothic romance, the volume covers the philosophical and social movements that underpinned the century's most enduring writing. Edited by A. W. Ward and A. R. Waller, this volume serves as an authoritative guide for readers interested in the cultural legacy of the Enlightenment. It remains a vital resource for understanding the complexities of English literary history and the towering figures who defined the age. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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