Mark Twain as a Critic
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- Identifier
- JML.MS1133. Capron.1948
- Barcode
- JML.MS1133. Capron.1948
- Title
- Mark Twain as a Critic
- Description
- Text of a paper delivered to the Sphex Club in Lynchburg. John D. Capron's paper, "Mark Twain as a Critic," scrutinizes Twain's critique of Fenimore Cooper's work, notably "Deerslayer." Capron argues that while Twain's observations are humorous, they often lack accuracy and fairness. He emphasizes that a critic should prioritize truth over wit, presenting examples where Twain's critique misinterprets or exaggerates Cooper’s text. Capron's examination includes detailed comparisons and personal verifications to challenge Twain's judgments, ultimately advocating for more honest and careful literary criticism.
- Date
- 23 January 1948
- Creator
- Capron, John D.
- topic
- SPHEX Club - lectures
- Capron, John D.
- Twain, Mark
- Cooper, Fenimore
- Literature -- criticism
- Deerslayer
- Literature -- narrative analysis
- Location
- Lynchburg, Virginia
- Digital Format
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- George M. Jones Library Association
- Repository
- George M. Jones Library Association
- Rights
- https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
- George M. Jones Library Association
- Rights Holder
- Capron, John D.
- George M. Jones Library Association
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