Novels behind Glass

Discover the intricate connections between literature and society in Andrew H. Miller's insightful book, Novels behind Glass, published by Cambridge University Press in 2008. This compelling study spans 256 pages and delves into the interplay between the novel and the burgeoning commodity culture of Victorian England. Through a critical lens that incorporates theory, feminism, and social history, Miller expertly analyzes the works of renowned authors such as Thackeray, Eliot, Dickens, Trollope, and Gaskell. Novels behind Glass is an essential read for students and enthusiasts of Victorian literature, as well as those interested in the historical and social contexts that shaped this era. Enhance your understanding of English fiction and the social conditions of 19th-century Great Britain with this engaging exploration of literature and its societal implications.