Francis Jeffrey was een Schotse literatuurcriticus en rechter die een sleutelfiguur werd in het Britse literaire leven van het begin van de 19e eeuw. Zijn essays in de invloedrijke *Edinburgh Review*, die hij mede oprichtte en decennialang redigeerde, werden gekenmerkt door scherpe analyses en overtuigende argumenten. Jeffrey's kritische benadering, die verschilde van de commerciële recensies van die tijd, vormde de literaire smaak en het discours van zijn tijd. Door zijn werk beïnvloedde hij niet alleen de richting van het tijdschrift aanzienlijk, maar ook bredere discussies over kunst, politiek en ethiek.
Lord Francis Jeffrey Jeffrey provides a detailed and engaging account of the life and work of Samuel Richardson. Richardson was an influential 18th-century English novelist best known for his epistolary novels. Jeffrey offers critical insights into the literary achievements of Richardson.
This book provides a detailed biography of Lord Francis Jeffrey, an eminent Scottish judge, literary critic and political commentator of the 19th century. The biography is accompanied by a selection of his correspondence, which provides valuable insights into his life and times. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the literary and political history of Scotland in the 19th century.
This biography of Scottish judge and literary figure Francis Jeffrey provides a fascinating glimpse into the political and cultural landscape of 19th-century Scotland. Cockburn draws on Jeffrey's extensive correspondence to offer insights into his personal and professional relationships, his literary tastes, and his political views. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Scottish history and culture.
The Edinburgh Review was one of the most influential literary magazines of the early 19th century, providing a platform for writers and critics to engage with the ideas and issues of their time. This volume collects a selection of essays and reviews from the early decades of the Review, offering a fascinating insight into the literary, political, and cultural debates of the era. With contributions from some of the leading writers and thinkers of the time, this book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of literature and ideas.