9781025930893 - The Profession of Letters von Collins, A S (1 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The Profession of Letters' is a seminal study that examines the sociological and economic conditions of the English literary world during a period of profound transition. Focusing on the years between 1780 and 1832, A.S. Collins explores the shift from a system of private aristocratic patronage to a burgeoning commercial marketplace driven by a growing middle-class reading public. The work provides a detailed analysis of the evolving relationships between authors, publishers, and their audiences, tracing the professionalization of the writer's craft.