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Burke, Godwin, and the Politics of Honor.

Authors :
KANTOR, JAMISON
Source :
SEL: Studies in English Literature (Johns Hopkins). Summer2014, Vol. 54 Issue 3, p675-696. 23p.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

A literary criticism is presented of the books "Reflections on the Revolution in France," by Edmund Burke and "Things as They Are; or, the Adventures of Caleb Williams," by William Godwin. Particular focus is given the theme of the political aspects of honor and chivalry within the aforementioned books, including in regard to dueling.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00393657
Volume :
54
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
SEL: Studies in English Literature (Johns Hopkins)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
97559680
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1353/sel.2014.0034