Sweetness And Light

by Matthew Arnold

Sweetness and Light is a collection of essays and lectures by the renowned English writer and critic, Matthew Arnold. Originally published in 1869, this book explores the concept of ""culture"" and its importance in society. Arnold argues that culture should be the guiding force in human life, and that it is necessary for individuals to cultivate their minds and refine their tastes in order to achieve a higher level of civilization. He also discusses the role of religion, education, and art in the development of culture, and offers his own critiques of the contemporary society of his time. With its insightful commentary and eloquent prose, Sweetness and Light remains a classic work of cultural criticism that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Genres: Nonfiction, Essays

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First published January 1, 1853

About the author

Poems, such as "Dover Beach" (1867), of British critic Matthew Arnold express moral and religious doubts alongside his Culture and Anarchy , a polemic of 1869 against Victorian materialism.

Matthew Arnold, an English sage writer, worked as an inspector of schools. Thomas Arnold, the famed headmaster of rugby school, fathered him and and Tom Arnold, his brother and literary professor, alongside William Delafield Arnold, novelist and colonial administrator.

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