Literature, Commerce, and the Spectacle of Modernity, 1750–1800

Product description Review 'Keen's book is the product of a deep reading of the archive of the past, with impressive results.' David Simpson, European Romantic Review'… an important and substantial book that uncovers new depths and novel materials that will continue to reshape prevailing accounts of literature, knowledge, authorship, and reading in the fields of eighteenth-century and Romantic studies.' Timothy Campbell, Modern Philology'It is impossible to do justice to the breadth of reference in this book … Every page has an entertaining and pertinent story, and every story makes one want to return to the primary sources. There is also a detailed bibliography for those who wish to pursue differing element of his debate.' Anna Brunton, British Society for Literature and Science Reviews Book Description This book explores the ways that authors responded to fundamental questions about literature during an age of accelerating change. About the Author Paul Keen is Professor of English at Carleton University. Read more