Project Gutenberg 1998-03-01 Public domain in the USA. 187 Meynell, Alice 1847 1922 Meynell, Alice Christiana Thompson Thompson, A. C. (Alice Christiana) Hearts of Controversy Some thoughts of a reader of Tennyson -- Dickens as a man of letters -- Swinburne's lyrical poetry -- Charlotte and Emily Bronte -- Charmian -- The century of moderation Transcribed from the 1918 Burns & Oates edition by David Price "Hearts of Controversy" by Alice Meynell is a collection of literary essays written during the early 20th century that delves into the works of notable poets and authors including Alfred Lord Tennyson, Charles Dickens, and the Brontë sisters. The essays explore the evolution of literary reputation, the nuances of poetic style, and the impact of personal experience on creative expression. The central themes revolve around the changing perceptions of literature over time and the enduring qualities that define great writing. At the start of "Hearts of Controversy," Meynell discusses Tennyson's fluctuating reputation, reflecting on the way public opinion has shifted from elevation to critique over the decades. She emphasizes Tennyson's unique style and the dichotomy within his work, praising the majesty of his verse while acknowledging criticism related to his mannerisms. Meynell also addresses Dickens, contrasting his portrayal of good and evil against a backdrop of humor and humanity, alongside an analysis of the Brontë sisters' contributions to literature. Each essay invites readers into a deeper contemplation of the intricacies of literary art and the complexities of its creators, highlighting both the beauty and the turmoil of their experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 63.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. en Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870 English literature -- 19th century -- History and criticism Tennyson, Alfred Tennyson, Baron, 1809-1892 Swinburne, Algernon Charles, 1837-1909 Brontë, Charlotte, 1816-1855 Brontë, Emily, 1818-1848 PR Text Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches 151275 2025-08-01T09:01:08.584143 text/html 150812 2020-12-31T12:40:31 text/html 58595 2020-12-31T12:40:31 text/html application/zip 124304 2025-08-01T09:01:12.790097 application/epub+zip 124696 2025-08-01T09:01:10.141113 application/epub+zip 124696 2025-08-01T09:01:09.109157 application/epub+zip 235255 2025-08-01T09:01:14.873123 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 222314 2025-08-01T09:01:12.217130 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 199395 2022-09-01T10:03:46.347833 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 140759 2025-08-01T09:01:08.305133 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 140541 2020-12-31T12:40:31 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 56933 2020-12-31T12:40:31 text/plain; charset=us-ascii application/zip 19746 2025-08-01T09:01:14.999082 application/rdf+xml 12685 2025-08-01T09:01:09.608131 image/jpeg 3492 2025-08-01T09:01:09.350139 image/jpeg 121689 2025-08-01T09:01:08.598109 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia