Portrait of Matthew Arnold

Matthew Arnold

Matthew Arnold was an English poet and cultural critic. He was the son of Thomas Arnold, the headmaster of Rugby School, and brother to both Tom Arnold, literary professor, and William Delafield Arnold, novelist and colonial administrator. He has been characterised as a sage writer, a type of writer who chastises and instructs the reader on contemporary social issues. He was also an inspector of schools for thirty-five years, and supported the concept of state-regulated secondary education.

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St. Paul and Protestantism, with an Essay on Puritanism and the Church of England

"St. Paul and Protestantism, with an Essay on Puritanism and the Church of England" by Matthew Arnold is a theological discourse written in the late 1...

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Culture and Anarchy

"Culture and Anarchy" by Matthew Arnold is a significant work of political and social criticism written during the late 19th century. The book delves ...

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Matthew Arnold's Sohrab and Rustum and Other Poems

"Sohrab and Rustum and Other Poems" by Matthew Arnold is a collection of narrative and lyrical poetry compiled in the early 20th century. The featured...

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On Translating Homer

"On Translating Homer" by Matthew Arnold is a critical treatise on the art and challenges of translating the works of the ancient poet Homer, written ...

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Selections from the Prose Works of Matthew Arnold

"Selections from the Prose Works of Matthew Arnold" by Matthew Arnold is a collection of essays and critical writings compiled and edited in the early...

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Poems

"Poems" by Matthew Arnold is a collection of poetry likely written in the late 19th century. This compilation showcases Arnold's lyrical prowess, touc...

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Discourses in America

"Discourses in America" by Matthew Arnold is a collection of three lectures written in the late 19th century. The work reflects upon societal and poli...

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Poetical Works of Matthew Arnold

"Poetical Works of Matthew Arnold" by Matthew Arnold is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. This compilation features a variety o...

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Celtic Literature

"The Study of Celtic Literature" by Matthew Arnold is a collection of lectures on the understanding and appreciation of Celtic literary heritage, like...

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