How to Fail in Literature: A Lecture

In «How to Fail in Literature: A Lecture,» Andrew Lang presents a thought-provoking examination of literary endeavors, framed around the pitfalls and absurdities that often confront writers. Through a distinctive blend of wit, irony, and rhetorical flourish, Lang deftly articulates his thesis, offering insights into the nature of failure and the artistic process. The lecture, initially delivered to an audience of aspiring authors, is steeped in the literary context of the late 19th century, a time when traditional literary norms were increasingly challenged by burgeoning avant-garde movements. His keen observations are... Next