Date of Award

6-1929

Degree Type

Bachelors Essay

Degree Name

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Department

Literatures, Languages, and Cultures

First Advisor

Thomas P. Whelan

Abstract

In studying romantic literature we realize that ro¬ mance is not merely a nassing whim, but a lasting, fundamental trait in human nature. In some cases ro¬ mantic authors have nermitted their hearts to run away with their heads to such an extent, that sane readers have turned away in disgust at the wild extravagance of this false romanticism. But true romance is always with us. It is not a matter of any particular century, but a product of all times and of all nations. Our age is no exception to the rule. Among modern English writers who are inspired by this age-old urge for the romantic, we find Hugh Walpole. This prolific producer of romances and novels tinged with romance has the record of producing at least one book a year. Are his works truly romantic, or do they degenerate into mere romanticism?

Comments

A Thesis submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for The Degree of Bachelor of Arts, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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