This study of a leading ninetennth-century Journal of English and Foreign Literature, Science, and Fine Arts offers an excellent approach to average intelligent Victorian thought. <3>The Athanaeum<1> early established a reputation for independent and unbiased criticism and this study presents some interesting reviews of works considered today as the backbone of English literature.

Originally published in 1941.

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