Literary Taste: How to Form It; With Detailed Instructions for Collecting a Complete Library of English...

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Arnold Bennett

Literary Taste

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How to Form It; With Detailed Instructions for Collecting a Complete Library of English Literature...

Arnold Bennett

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Literature: history & criticism; Reference works; Library, archive & information management; Self-help & personal development

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""Literary Taste: How to Form It"" is a seminal guide by Arnold Bennett that serves as both a philosophical exploration of aesthetic appreciation and a practical manual for the aspiring bibliophile. Bennett posits that the cultivation of literary taste is essential for a fulfilled life, offering readers a clear and encouraging methodology for discerning quality in prose and poetry. The work transcends mere instruction, acting as an invitation to engage deeply with the transformative power of the written word.

Central to the book is a comprehensive plan for collecting a complete library of English literature. Bennett provides meticulously curated lists of authors and titles, spanning centuries of literary achievement, designed to provide a foundational education in the classics. By breaking down the barriers between the casual reader and the ""great works,"" Bennett empowers individuals to build a personal collection that reflects a sophisticated understanding of the English tradition. This volume remains an invaluable resource for students, collectors, and anyone seeking to elevate their reading habits and refine their intellectual sensibilities through the study of masterworks.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: Arnold Bennett
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 363g
ISBN: 9781025805085
ISBN 10: 1025805089
Pages: 132
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active