Rousseau and Romanticism - Babbitt, Irving
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Irving Babbitt's "Rousseau and Romanticism" offers a profound exploration of Jean-Jacques Rousseau's enduring influence. This seminal work of literary criticism delves into the core tenets of Romanticism, tracing its roots back to the 18th century French philosopher and writer. Babbitt meticulously examines Rousseau's impact on literature, thought, and culture, providing a critical analysis of his ideas. This book is essential for anyone interested in understanding the foundations of Romanticism and its continuing relevance. It provides valuable insight into Rousseau's complex legacy,…mehr

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Irving Babbitt's "Rousseau and Romanticism" offers a profound exploration of Jean-Jacques Rousseau's enduring influence. This seminal work of literary criticism delves into the core tenets of Romanticism, tracing its roots back to the 18th century French philosopher and writer. Babbitt meticulously examines Rousseau's impact on literature, thought, and culture, providing a critical analysis of his ideas. This book is essential for anyone interested in understanding the foundations of Romanticism and its continuing relevance. It provides valuable insight into Rousseau's complex legacy, solidifying his place as a pivotal figure in intellectual history. Scholars and general readers alike will appreciate Babbitt's insightful commentary on one of history's most compelling thinkers. A valuable resource for students of literary criticism, European literature, and the history of philosophy. 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 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. 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.
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Irving Babbitt (1865-1933) was a renowned American academic and literary critic whose ideas significantly shaped the development of New Humanism in the early 20th century. Babbitt, a professor at Harvard University, was an outspoken critic of Romanticism and a proponent of classical standards in education and the arts. His scholarly rigor and dedication to high cultural ideals made him a towering figure in the conservative intellectual circles of his time. One of Babbitt's most influential works, 'Rousseau and Romanticism' (1919), is a seminal critique in which he assesses the impact of Jean-Jacques Rousseau's ideas on the cultural and moral landscape of modern society. Babbitt contends that Romanticism, as derived from Rousseau's thought, championed unchecked imagination and emotions at the expense of reason and tradition, leading to cultural decay. Babbitt's literary style is characterized by incisive analysis, extensive erudition, and a profound understanding of both Eastern and Western philosophical traditions. Through his writings, he sought not only to analyze literature and culture but also to provide a framework for the betterment of society through the reinvigoration of classical humanist values. His contributions to literary criticism and cultural commentary have left an enduring mark on the intellectual history of the United States.