Routledge - Lives of Victorian Literary Figures, Vol 3

Explore the lives of significant Victorian writers in this Routledge publication. This third volume of the Lives of Victorian Literary Figures series examines the lives of Elizabeth Gaskell, the Carlyles, and John Ruskin. Readers can trace the geographical and personal journeys of these influential figures. The text explores how their environments shaped their work, from John Ruskin growing up in suburban London and later settling in the Lake District, to Thomas and Jane Welsh Carlyle moving from rural Scotland to London's Cheyne Walk. This title is a deep look at writers for whom the concept of the center was a pressing concern. It provides a detailed study of their movements and their place within the literary landscape of the era. Perfect for students and historians interested in literary theory, history, and criticism.