The Salon And English Letters: Chapters On The Interrelations Of Literature And Society In The Age Of Johnson (1915)

The Salon And English Letters: Chapters On The Interrelations Of Literature And Society In The Age Of Johnson is a book written by Chauncey Brewster Tinker and published in 1915. The book explores the relationship between literature and society during the Age of Johnson, a period in English literary history that spans from the mid-18th century to the early 19th century. The book examines the role of the salon, a gathering place for intellectuals and artists, in shaping the literary and cultural landscape of the time. Tinker discusses the works of prominent writers of the period, including Samuel Johnson, Oliver Goldsmith, and Edmund Burke, and their interactions with the salon culture. The book also delves into the social and political issues of the time, such as the American Revolution and the abolition of slavery, and their impact on literature. Overall, The Salon And English Letters provides a comprehensive analysis of the interplay between literature, society, and politics during a pivotal moment in English literary history.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.