FR Leavis's "The Great Tradition" - Session 1

Explore the influential literary criticism of F.R. Leavis in this first session focusing on his seminal work "The Great Tradition." Delve into Leavis's critical approach, his selection of major English novelists, and the criteria he used to establish the canon of great English literature. Examine the impact of Leavis's ideas on literary studies and the ongoing debates surrounding his controversial assertions about the hierarchy of English novelists. Gain insights into Leavis's emphasis on moral seriousness, linguistic innovation, and the ability to capture the complexities of human experience as key factors in determining literary greatness.