Reading and the Victorians

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The book explores the transformative impact of reading during the Victorian era, highlighting how it shaped personal, historical, literary, and material contexts. Contributions from various scholars delve into the continuities and conflicts between the Victorian period and contemporary reading practices. Through a collection of essays, it also reflects on the ways modern readers engage with the reading habits of the Victorians, offering insights into both past and present literary culture.