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The Flowering of New England, 1815-1865

Van Wyck Brooks
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The Flowering of New England, 1815-1865

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1981

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Van Wyck Brooks

The Flowering of New England, 1815-1865

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1981
Book Details
Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

New England • 19th Century

Publication Year

1981

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

4.0

83 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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The Flowering of New England, 1815-1865 by Van Wyck Brooks is widely praised for its richly detailed exploration of New England's literary renaissance. Critics commend Brooks' vivid narrative and insightful connections between cultural and historical contexts. However, some note occasional bias and lack of diverse perspectives. Overall, it remains an influential literary study.

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Who Should Read The Flowering of New England, 1815-1865?

Readers who enjoy The Flowering of New England, 1815-1865 by Van Wyck Brooks likely appreciate American literary history, cultural analysis, and biographical sketches. Comparable books include The Metaphysical Club by Louis Menand, appealing to those interested in literary evolution and intellectual history.

4.0

83 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

New England • 19th Century

Publication Year

1981

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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