Theodore Watts-Dunton: Poet, Novelist, Critic
by OpenStories
Original author: James Douglas
"Theodore Watts-Dunton: Poet, Novelist, Critic" by James Douglas is a biographical study written in the early 20th century. The book centers on Theodore Watts-Dunton, exploring his impacts as a poet, novelist, and critic in the context of English literature. It discusses themes like the "Renascence of Wonder" in literature, highlighting how Watts-Dunton sought to reshape perceptions about art and humanity. The opening of the text presents an introduction to Watts-Dunton, noting his significance in literary circles and the curiosity surrounding his work. Douglas recounts his admiration for Watts-Dunton’s influence on his own literary journey, emphasizing the poet's critical contributions and poetry. The initial chapters aim to establish Watts-Dunton's background, illustrating his literary connections and the critical landscape he navigated, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of his life and works. The narrative is enriched with personal anecdotes and societal observations, reflecting on the broader cultural movements of his time.
Theodore Watts-Dunton: Poet, Novelist, Critic, by James Douglas. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #41792.
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30 Chapters
- 1.Front Matter3,196 words
- 2.Chapter I: The Renascence of Wonder3,944 words
- 3.Chapter II: Cowslip Country3,896 words
- 4.Chapter III: The Critic in the Bud2,713 words
- 5.Chapter IV: Characters in the Microcosm3,187 words
- 6.Chapter V: Early Glimpses of the Gypsies1,088 words
- 7.Chapter VI: Sport and Work2,071 words
- 8.Chapter VII: East Anglia3,281 words
- 9.Chapter VIII: London2,122 words
- 10.Chapter IX: George Borrow5,837 words
- 11.Chapter X: The Acted Drama5,838 words
- 12.Chapter X: Dante Gabriel Rossetti8,342 words
- 13.Chapter XII: William Morris3,424 words
- 14.Chapter XIII: The 'examiner'1,947 words
- 15.Chapter XIV: The 'athenaeum'10,463 words
- 16.Chapter XV: The Great Book of Wonder3,671 words
- 17.Chapter XVI: A Humourist Upon Humour5,651 words
- 18.Chapter XVII: 'the Life Poetic'8,847 words
- 19.Chapter XVIII: American Friends: Lowell, Bret Harte, and Others4,567 words
- 20.Chapter XIX: Wales2,197 words
- 21.Chapter XX: Imaginative and Didactic Prose6,874 words
- 22.Chapter XXI: The Methods of Prose Fiction5,255 words
- 23.Chapter XXII: A Story with Two Heroines2,342 words
- 24.Chapter XXIII: The Renascence of Wonder in Religion2,436 words
- 25.Chapter XXIV: The Renascence of Wonder in Humour1,840 words
- 26.Chapter XXV: Gorgios and Romanies1,018 words
- 27.Chapter XXVI: 'the Coming of Love'8,013 words
- 28.Chapter XXVII: "christmas at the 'mermaid'"4,279 words
- 29.Chapter XXVIII: Conclusion (1)8,183 words
- 30.Chapter XXVIII: Conclusion (2)4,475 words