Publisher's Synopsis
The Novels Of Sterne, Goldsmith, Dr. Johnson, Mackenzie, Horace Walpole, And Clara Reeve is a book published in 1823 that compiles the works of six prominent English writers of the 18th century. The book includes the novels of Laurence Sterne, Oliver Goldsmith, Samuel Johnson, Henry Mackenzie, Horace Walpole, and Clara Reeve. Laurence Sterne's famous novel, Tristram Shandy, is included in this book, along with his lesser-known works such as A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy. Oliver Goldsmith's novel, The Vicar of Wakefield, is also included, as well as Samuel Johnson's Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia.The book also features Henry Mackenzie's The Man of Feeling, Horace Walpole's The Castle of Otranto, and Clara Reeve's The Old English Baron. These works are considered to be some of the earliest examples of the Gothic novel genre.Overall, The Novels Of Sterne, Goldsmith, Dr. Johnson, Mackenzie, Horace Walpole, And Clara Reeve is a comprehensive collection of works from some of the most influential writers of the 18th century. It provides readers with an opportunity to explore the development of the novel as a literary form during this period.To Which Are Prefixed, Memoirs Of The Lives Of The Authors.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.
