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Explore a deep study of 20th century literature with this academic work from MACMILLAN. This volume examines the evolution of the English novel between 1940 and 1980, focusing on the relationship between history and society. The text provides analysis of influential authors including Richard Hughes, Henry Green, Anthony Powell, Angus Wilson, Kingsley Amis, and V. S. Naipaul. Part of the Studies in 20th Century Literature series, this book is a significant resource for readers interested in the development of literary forms and social commentary in mid-century English fiction. Published by Palgrave Macmillan, it offers a structured look at how these specific writers shaped the landscape of the modern novel.

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This MACMILLAN publication examines the English novel of history and society from 1940 to 1980.

The text includes detailed studies of authors such as Richard Hughes, Henry Green, and Anthony Powell.

Readers can find analysis of works by Angus Wilson, Kingsley Amis, and V. S. Naipaul within this volume.

This book is part of the professional Studies in 20th Century Literature series.

The content is published by Palgrave Macmillan for academic and literary study.

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02 August 1984
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21 January 2007

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