An Estimate of the Value and Influence of Works of Fiction in Modern Times (eBook)

Thomas Hill Green (Autor)

Fred Newton Scott (Herausgeber)

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2022
140 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654738410-6 (EAN)

Infos

In "An Estimate of the Value and Influence of Works of Fiction in Modern Times," Thomas Hill Green undertakes a rigorous analysis of the role that fictional literature plays in shaping moral and social consciousness. Distinctly philosophical in its approach, Green engages with a range of literary works, dissecting their impact on individual and societal values within the context of Victorian England. His writing style is both analytical and reflective, melding philosophical inquiry with literary criticism, which allows readers to appreciate the depth of fiction's influence in a time of considerable social transformation. Thomas Hill Green, a prominent figure in British idealism and a key philosopher of the late 19th century, brings to this work a profound understanding of ethics and society. His academic background, deeply rooted in the examination of human thought and morality, informs his exploration of literature as a medium for ethical development, opening a dialogue on how fiction serves not merely as escapism but as an essential vehicle for social advancement and personal growth. This book is an indispensable resource for scholars and literary enthusiasts alike, as it provokes critical reflections on the essential function of fiction in modern society. Green's insights resonate through time, encouraging contemporary readers to reconsider the value of the narratives we consume and their potential for shaping moral and ethical landscapes.

Autor

Thomas Hill Green (1836-1882) was a prominent English philosopher known for his significant contributions to political philosophy and ethical theory. Born in Birkin, Yorkshire, Green was educated at Rugby School before attending Balliol College, Oxford, where he would later become Whyte's Professor of Moral Philosophy. A leading figure among the British Idealists, his philosophical work sought to reconcile the liberal, democratic impulses of his era with a firm grounding in moral principle. While Green's most substantial philosophical texts include 'Prolegomena to Ethics' (1883), where he presented his ethical theory, and his 'Lectures on the Principles of Political Obligation,' in which he outlined his conception of rights and the role of the state, he also engaged with the world of literature and culture. His essay 'An Estimate of the Value and Influence of Works of Fiction in Modern Times' delves into the impact of literary works on the society and the moral development of individuals. This essay reflects Green's view that fiction plays an educational and social function, shaping the ideals and character of readers. Green's work, while firmly rooted in the philosophical tradition, also displays a broader concern with the welfare and improvement of society, marking him as a thinker deeply engaged with the practical application of ethical ideals in the modern world.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Schlagworte: Belles-lettres • british idealism • classic fiction studies • Contemporary fiction evaluation • cultural impact analysis • cultural influence • ethical philosophy • ethics and literature • Fiction • fiction analysis • Fiction and society • historical context • History and Criticism • influence of fiction • Literary Analysis • Literary criticism • Literary influence assessment • literary philosophy • Literary Theory • Literature General • Modern narrative exploration • Narrative fiction • Narrative Literature • philosophical exploration • Philosophical literary critique • Scholarly literary discourse • social history studies • social understanding • societal impact • Thomas Hill Green • Value of storytelling • Victorian Literature