Short Analysis of Victorian and Late-Victorian Fictions

By Yasir Monon

Welcome to the wonderful world of Victorian and Late-Victorian fiction! This book has been specially created to help honors-level English students in Bangladesh learn in an enjoyable and meaningful way. 

 

The Victorian era was when Queen Victoria ruled England from 1837 to 1901. It was a time of significant changes in English literature. Writers from that time captured how society was changing, technology was advancing, and people's values were shifting. They used their imagination to tell stories and created exciting characters that entertained readers and made them think deeply about life.

 

In this book, the reader will journey through carefully selected texts from the Victorian and Late-Victorian periods. Each reader will see the fantastic writing and unique styles of famous authors. They'll explore exciting stories from Charles Dickens, who wrote enchanting tales, to Thomas Hardy, whose thought-provoking words make us reflect. They'll also discover the visionary storytelling of Mary Shelley and the remarkable works of Oscar Wilde, who was known for his cleverness.

 

The main goal of this book is to encourage students to dive deeper into these timeless literary works. We want to help you improve your ability to analyze and think critically. In each chapter, we'll look closely at a specific piece, talking about the story, the themes it explores, and the characters. We'll also discuss the historical context and the influences shaping the writers' ideas.

 

Literature can take us to different worlds, make us feel many emotions, and challenge our views. By exploring these Victorian and Late-Victorian fictions, we hope to appreciate the rich heritage of English literature and connect it to our lives today.

 

Thanks to all the students and educators who join me on this literary journey. Your passion for learning and love for English literature inspire me every step of the way. Let this book be a stepping stone to a lifelong love of reading, analyzing, and appreciating the fantastic literary masterpieces that have influenced our world.

 

Now, let's embark on this exciting adventure together, unlocking the secrets of Victorian and Late-Victorian fiction and discovering the timeless wisdom they hold. Happy reading !!!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Yasir Monon
• Release date: Jul 28, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223942580

Yasir Monon

Yasir Monon is author of novel (Proshno Taro Common Porechilo - Bengali), Short Story Collection (Nilame Pachti Shobdo - Bengali) . He lives in Dhaka, Bangladesh with “the wife,” “the bike,” and he occasionally is a very good sleeping artist, that means he likes sleeping. He likes playing Chess . His latest release, Auction of Emotions, is his third book.    facebook.com/yasir.monon

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Title

Short Analysis

of

Victorian and Late-Victorian Fictions

(Selected Texts)

By

Yasir Monon

Copyright

Short Analysis of Victorian and Late-Victorian Fictions

(Selected Texts)

By

Yasir Monon

Copyright © 2023 by Yasir Monon

All rights reserved. This book or any portion thereof may not be reproduced or used in any manner whatsoever without the author’s express written permission except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law.

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First Edition: July 2023

ISBN: 9798223942580

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Dedicate

To all of my students from the English Department at Fareast International University.

Acknowledgement

I want to express my gratitude to the many people who saw me through this book; to all those who provided support, talked things over, read, wrote, offered comments, allowed me to quote their remarks, and assisted in the editing, proofreading, and design.

Above all, I want to thank my university authority, students, teachers and colleagues, and family and friends, who supported and encouraged me despite all the time it took me away from them.

Last and not least: I beg forgiveness of all those who have been with me over the years and whose names I have failed to mention.

Yasir Akhter Monon

MA in English Literature, FIU

BA (Honors) in English, FIU

International Certificate in Computer Studies (ICCS), NCC,UK

Faculty, Department of English,

Fareast International University (FIU),

Dhaka, Bangladesh

15, July, 2023

Table of Contents

Title

Copyright

Dedicate

Acknowledgement

Preface

Victorian Fiction: A Journey Through Time

The Victorian Era: An Introduction

The Rise of Victorian Fiction

The Characteristics of Victorian Fiction

Victorian Novelists

Charles Dickens

Jane Austen

The Legacy of Victorian Fiction

Why Victorian Fiction Matters

Social Context

Cultural Context

Historical Context

Exploring the World of Late Victorian Fiction

Late Victorian Fiction: An Introduction

The Historical Context of Late Victorian Fiction

The Characteristics of Late Victorian Fiction

The Major Writers of Late Victorian Fictions

Thomas Hardy

George Eliot

Oscar Wilde

D. H. Lawrence

Challenging Traditional Conventions

Pushing Literary Boundaries

Key Themes and Motifs in Joseph Conrad's Late Victorian Fiction

Alienation and Isolation

Colonialism and Imperialism

The Human Condition

Identity and Self-Discovery

The Legacy of Late Victorian Fiction

Why Late Victorian Fiction Matters

References

Great Expectations Unveiled: A Deep Dive into Dickens' Masterpiece

Introduction

Overview of the Plot

The Characters

Pip's Journey of Self-Discovery

The Role of Social Class

The Use of Symbolism

The Importance of Setting

The Influence of Dickens' Life

The Relevance of ‘Great Expectations’ Today

The Reception of ‘Great Expectations’

The Adaptations of ‘Great Expectations’

Dickens' Writing Style

ThemeS

The Theme of Love

The Theme of Redemption

The Role of Women

The Importance of Friendship

The Theme of Ambition

The Theme of Revenge

The Importance of Family

The Use of Irony

The Role of the Law

The Role of Education

The Use of Foreshadowing

Conclusion

References

Unraveling the Mysteries of Wuthering Heights

Introduction

Emily Bronte: A Brief Biography

The Gothic Novel

The Setting of 'Wuthering Heights'

The Characters of 'Wuthering Heights'

Heathcliff: A Tragic Hero

Catherine and Heathcliff:

A Twisted Love Story

Themes

The Theme of Revenge

The Theme of Nature vs. Nurture

The Theme of Social Class

The Role of Women in 'Wuthering Heights'

The Narrative Structure of 'Wuthering Heights'

The Symbolism of the Moors

The Reception of 'Wuthering Heights'

Adaptations of 'Wuthering Heights'

The Legacy of 'Wuthering Heights'

Controversies Surrounding 'Wuthering Heights'

The Importance of 'Wuthering Heights' Today

Quotes from 'Wuthering Heights'

Visual Representations of 'Wuthering Heights'

Discussion / Questions

Conclusion

Further Reading and Resources

An Analysis of Thomas Hardy's Masterpiece: Tess of the D'Urbervilles

Introduction

About Thomas Hardy

Overview of Tess of the D'Urbervilles

The role of fate in Tess of the D'Urbervilles

The portrayal of women in Tess of the D'Urbervilles

The symbolism of nature in Tess of the D'Urbervilles

The tragedy of Tess

The reception of Tess of the D'Urbervilles

Adaptations of Tess of the D'Urbervilles

The legacy of Tess of the D'Urbervilles

Thomas Hardy's writing style

The historical context of Tess of the D'Urbervilles

The significance of the title

The use of irony in Tess of the D'Urbervilles

The symbolism of the color red in Tess of the D'Urbervilles

The use of foreshadowing in Tess of the D'Urbervilles

themeS

The Theme of social class

The theme of love

The theme of morality in Tess of the D'Urbervilles

The theme of religion

The use of setting in Tess of the D'Urbervilles

The use of flashback in Tess of the D'Urbervilles

The use of imagery in Tess of the D'Urbervilles

Conclusion

Sons and Lovers: Uncovering the Depths of Love and Family

Introduction

About the Author

Plot Summary

Plot Development

Character Analysis

Paul Morel

Gertrude Morel

Themes

Love and Relationships

Family and Identity

The Oedipus Complex

The Relationship Between Paul and His Mother

Paul's Romantic Relationships

Symbolism

The Mines

Miriam's Hair

The Red Room

Literary Devices

Foreshadowing

Imagery

Stream of Consciousness

Critical Reception

Adaptations

Controversies

Legacy

Conclusion

Further Reading

References

An Analysis of Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness

Introduction

Background of the Author

Plot Summary

Themes

Symbolism

Historical Context

Literary Criticism

Adaptations

Controversies

Impact

Quotes

Character Analysis

Marlow

Kurtz

Other Characters

Setting Analysis

The Congo

London

Motifs

Relevance Today

Conclusion

References

Preface

Welcome to the wonderful world of Victorian and Late-Victorian fiction! This book has been specially created to help honors-level students of English in Bangladesh learn in an enjoyable and meaningful way. As a lecturer at a private university in this lively country, I understand how important it is for students to grasp literary works from this particular time in history.

The Victorian era was when Queen Victoria ruled England from 1837 to 1901. It was a time of significant changes in English literature. Writers from that time captured how society was changing, technology was advancing, and people's values were shifting. They used their imagination to tell stories and