Andrew Lang

The Library (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring the transformative power of literature through diverse works and authors

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Andrew Lang's 'The Library' is a work that delves into the importance of literature and its ability to shape the minds of individuals. Lang explores various genres and authors, providing insights into how different works can impact readers in unique ways. His writing style is erudite and engaging, making the book accessible to both scholars and casual readers. Lang's inclusion of diverse literary works reflects the broader literary context of the time, showcasing the richness and complexity of the written word. As a collection of essays, 'The Library' offers a comprehensive look at the power of literature in society and the ways in which it can influence personal growth and understanding. Andrew Lang, a renowned scholar and writer, drew upon his vast knowledge of literature to create this insightful work. His passion for books and reading shines through each page, inspiring readers to explore new literary horizons and engage with texts in a more profound way. I highly recommend 'The Library' to anyone interested in the transformative power of literature and its lasting impact on individuals and society as a whole.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 793
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664599513
• Artikelnr.: 58562465

Autorenporträt

Andrew Lang (1844 - 1912) was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic and contributor to the field of anthropology. He is best known as a collector of folk and fairy tales. The Andrew Lang lectures at the University of St Andrews are named after him. Lang is now chiefly known for his publications on folklore, mythology and religion. The interest in folklore was from early life; he read John Ferguson McLennan before coming to Oxford, and then was influenced by E. B. Tylor. The earliest of his publications is Custom and Myth (1884). In Myth, Ritual and Religion (1887) he explained the "irrational" elements of mythology as survivals from more primitive forms. Lang's Making of Religion was heavily influenced by the 18th century idea of the "noble savage": in it, he maintained the existence of high spiritual ideas among so-called "savage" races, drawing parallels with the contemporary interest in occult phenomena in England. His Blue Fairy Book (1889) was a beautifully produced and illustrated edition of fairy tales that has become a classic. This was followed by many other collections of fairy tales, collectively known as Andrew Lang's Fairy Books. In the preface of the Lilac Fairy Book he credits his wife with translating and transcribing most of the stories in the collections. Lang examined the origins of totemism in Social Origins (1903).