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Essays & Correspondence - Lectures on Literature (Harvest Book)

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Book Synopsis: The acclaimed author of Lolita offers unique insight into works by James Joyce, Franz Kafka, Jane Austen, and others—with an introduction by John Updike.   In the 1940s, when Vladimir Nabokov first embarked on his academic career in the United States, he brought with him hundreds of original lectures on the authors he most admired. For two decades those lectures served as the basis for Nabokov’s teaching, first at Wellesley and then at Cornell, as he introduced undergraduates to the delights of great fiction.   This volume collects Nabokov’s famous lectures on Western European literature, with analysis and commentary on Charles Dickens’s Bleak House, Gustav Flaubert’s Madam Bovary, Marcel Proust’s The Walk by Swann’s Place, Robert Louis Stevenson’s “The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,” and other works. This volume also includes photographic reproductions of Nabokov’s original notes, revealing his own edits, underlined passages, and more.  Edited and with a Foreword by Fredson BowersIntroduction by John Updike Read more

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Discover the profound insights of renowned author Vladimir Nabokov in his groundbreaking book, "Lectures on Literature." Uncover a treasure trove of literary analysis on masterpieces by James Joyce, Franz Kafka, Jane Austen, and more. Let Nabokov's keen intellect guide you through the intricacies of classic works, making them more captivating and thought-provoking than ever before!

Immerse yourself in the world of European literature with Nabokov as your mentor. Delve into Charles Dickens's "Bleak House," Gustav Flaubert's "Madam Bovary," Marcel Proust's "The Walk by Swann's Place," and other timeless classics. Nabokov's lectures will deepen your understanding and appreciation of these literary gems, enriching your reading experience beyond measure.

Unveil the secrets behind some of the most beloved works in Western literature with "Lectures on Literature." This Harvest Book edition brings you Nabokov's original lectures in all their glory, complete with his personal notes and insights. Let his expertise and passion for storytelling ignite your own literary journey, transforming the way you perceive and engage with great fiction.

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