49 pages 1 hour read

E. M. Forster

Aspects of the Novel

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 1927

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Reviews & Readership

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Aspects of the Novel by E. M. Forster provides an insightful analysis of novelistic elements such as plot, character, and narrative. Readers appreciate Forster's conversational tone and clarity. However, some find his examples outdated and his critiques subjective. Overall, it's a valuable resource for understanding novel construction despite minor drawbacks.

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Who Should Read Aspects of the Novel?

Potential readers of Aspects of the Novel by E. M. Forster include those who appreciate literary analysis and narrative theory. Fans of Virginia Woolf's A Room of One's Own or Milan Kundera's The Art of the Novel will relish Forster's insights on fiction and its elements. This book suits literature students, writers, and avid readers seeking a deeper understanding of novelistic form.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes
Values/Ideas: Art
Values/Ideas: Literature
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict
Period
The Bloomsbury Group
Topics
Arts / Culture
Genre
Literary Criticism
Classic Fiction