About “On the art of reading”
On the Art of Reading is a collection of lectures delivered by Arthur Quiller-Couch between 1916 and 1918, in which he advocates for the study of English literary masterpieces such as works by Shakespeare and Milton. He emphasizes experiencing literature as “What Is,” encouraging readers to feel immersed in the story, and discusses methods for teaching this appreciation, including to young pupils, while also defending the English translation of the Bible and Greek classics as masterpieces of English prose.
Book details
- Published
- 1920
- Latest edition
- 1920 · ISBN 9780521736831
- ISBN
- 9780521736831
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is On the art of reading?
On the art of reading by Arthur Quiller-Couch has 236 pages.
