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Page 227
... Meredith conveys this by his poetic device at the same time as he keeps him credible . Meredith's fantasy , though it distorts the novels when seen as a panorama of society , serves his purpose , which is to dis- engage and expose his ...
... Meredith conveys this by his poetic device at the same time as he keeps him credible . Meredith's fantasy , though it distorts the novels when seen as a panorama of society , serves his purpose , which is to dis- engage and expose his ...
Page 230
... Meredith's examination and dissection of him . Here he was certainly helped by the simplicity , symmetry , and tautness of the novel's design , which brought all his powers into the sharpest focus . So intensely is Sir Willoughby felt ...
... Meredith's examination and dissection of him . Here he was certainly helped by the simplicity , symmetry , and tautness of the novel's design , which brought all his powers into the sharpest focus . So intensely is Sir Willoughby felt ...
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... Meredith reserved mainly for his young women , which is why they are unique in our fiction in their blending of seriousness , ardour , passion , and dedication ; and Clara Middleton may stand for them all since she is queen of them all ...
... Meredith reserved mainly for his young women , which is why they are unique in our fiction in their blending of seriousness , ardour , passion , and dedication ; and Clara Middleton may stand for them all since she is queen of them all ...
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