On the Art of Writing · Character
Professor Saintsbury
Contemporary literary critic referenced in the lectures.
minor
First appearance: lecture i inaugural
Professor Saintsbury shows up with force in Lecture III: On the Difference Between Verse and Prose. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned for his work A History of English Prose Rhythm, which is commended but noted as lacking practical guidance.
Professor Saintsbury first appears in 0003 lecture i inaugural.
In Lecture III: On the Difference Between Verse and Prose: Mentioned for his work A History of English Prose Rhythm, which is commended but noted as lacking practical guidance.
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See Professor Saintsbury in lecture i inaugural