Archibald Marshall, a Realistic Novelist

Name: Archibald Marshall, a Realistic Novelist
Author: William Lyon Phelps

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A literary lecturer offers a revised lecture-length study of a contemporary novelist, exploring the principles and practice of realistic fiction. The essay argues that a novel's power rests on story, character, and style rather than overt propaganda, and prefers works that let characters express ideas. Using conversations with established writers and examples from prominent contemporaries, it contrasts literary traditions, considers why early novels often endure, and examines how artistic impulse, restraint, and narrative technique combine to produce sustained realist achievement.

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William Lyon Phelps

William Lyon Phelps was an American author and literary critic known for his insightful essays and analyses of literature. He contributed significantly to the understanding of modern and Russian novelists through works such as "Essays on Modern Novelists" and "Essays on Russian Novelists." Phelps also explored poetry, notably in his book "The Advance of English Poetry in the Twentieth Century," where he examined the evolution of poetic forms and themes. His writings reflect a deep engagement with literary trends and a commitment to fostering appreciation for both established and emerging authors.

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