Politics & Society· United States
The life and letters of William Cobbett in England & America, based upon histherto unpublished family papers
by Lewis MelvilleAggregate Editorial Score35/100
Publishers Weekly
Published 1913English
Buy on Amazon → About This Book
Published in 1913, The life and letters of William Cobbett in England & America, based upon histherto unpublished family papers established Lewis Melville as one of the defining voices in politics & society. Published in 1913, The life and letters of William Cobbett in England & America, based upon histherto unpublished family papers by Lewis Melville is a penetrating analysis of politics and society that remains essential reading.
Book Details
About the Category
🏛️ Politics & Society
Analysis of political systems, power, and social structures.
Explore all Politics & Society books →Country of Origin
🇺🇸 United States
This book is part of United States's rich literary tradition.
Explore books from United States →Editorial Assessment
Lewis Melville published The life and letters of William Cobbett in England & America, based upon histherto unpublished family papers in 1913, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of politics & society from United States. The book's treatment of the human condition accounts for much of its enduring reputation.
With an editorial score of 35/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys.
Readers coming to The life and letters of William Cobbett in England & America, based upon histherto unpublished family papers for the first time will find a work that rewards patience. The book's handling of the human condition is layered rather than didactic, and a second reading often reveals dimensions the first pass only hinted at.
Within United States's literary landscape, Lewis Melville occupies a significant position. The life and letters of William Cobbett in England & America, based upon histherto unpublished family papers is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.
Awards & Recognition
Publishers Weekly
notable · national
191335
Lewis Melville is a United States author whose work in politics & society has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.
What to Read Next
literary-fiction
The White Tiger
Aravind Adiga· 2008
★Nobel Prize in Literature★Booker Prize
Editorial Score100/100
biography-memoir
The Return: Fathers, Sons and the Land in Between
Hisham Matar· 2016
★Pulitzer Prize
Editorial Score91/100
science-fiction
The Power
Naomi Alderman· 2016
★Women's Prize for Fiction
Editorial Score90/100
biography-memoir
Voices from Chernobyl: The Oral History of a Nuclear Disaster
Svetlana Alexievich· 1997
★Nobel Prize in Literature
Editorial Score89/100
science-fiction
The Dispossessed
Ursula K. Le Guin· 1975
★Hugo Award★Nebula Award
Editorial Score83/100
literary-fiction
The Lizard Cage
Karen Connelly· 2005
★Women's Prize for Fiction
Editorial Score81/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Popular on 50 Best Books
Best Science Fiction Books of All TimeScience FictionBooker Prize Winners — Complete List & GuideLiterary PrizesNobel Prize in Literature — Every Winner Since 1901Literary PrizesClassic Literature Reading List — 50 Essential BooksReading GuidesBest Books for Beginners — 20 Easy Reads for New BookloversReading Guides