The Later Nineteenth Century (1907)

The Later Nineteenth Century is a book written by George Saintsbury in 1907. It is a comprehensive study of the literature and culture of the latter half of the 19th century, covering the period from the 1860s to the end of the century. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the cultural landscape of the time. These include literature, art, music, and philosophy. Saintsbury's writing is characterized by his erudition and his attention to detail. He draws on a wide range of sources to provide a nuanced and insightful analysis of the period. He discusses the major literary movements of the time, including realism, naturalism, and symbolism, and provides detailed discussions of individual authors such as George Eliot, Thomas Hardy, and Oscar Wilde. The Later Nineteenth Century also includes chapters on the visual arts, including discussions of the Pre-Raphaelites and the Impressionists, as well as a section on music that covers the rise of the Romantic movement and the emergence of new forms such as opera and symphonic music. Overall, The Later Nineteenth Century is an important work of cultural history that provides a rich and detailed picture of a pivotal period in Western culture. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the literature, art, and music of the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.