The Encyclopedia of Victorian Literature, 4 Volume Set

Spans the full sweep of literary genres and figures that define this influential period, combining accessibility with an unmatched breadth of coverage and authoritative scholarship Comprises over 330 cross-referenced entries ranging from 1,000 to 7,000 words, arranged in A-Z format li”Brings together an impressive team of established and emerging literary scholars from around the world, including including Patrick Brantlinger, Regenia Gagnier, Catherine Gallagher, Kate Flint, and Herbert F. TuckerFeatures in-depth omnibus entries exploring major topics, including the novel, plays, poetry, and global Victorian studies, alongside succinct entries on themes such as cosmopolitanism, journalism, race, sexuality, and reading Explores the global influence of this literary era on countries and continents from Australia,Afghanistan, and the Arctic, to Africa, China, and the Caribbea Offers an indispensable resource to the current state and future directions of Victorian literature 2016 RUSA Outstanding Reference Sources Winner 4 Volumes www.literatureencyclopedia.com