Eminent Victorians by Lytton Strachey
"Eminent Victorians" is a biographical work that profiles four influential figures from the Victorian era. The book provides an in-depth look into the lives of Cardinal Manning, Florence Nightingale, Thomas Arnold, and General Gordon, exploring their respective contributions to British society during the 19th century. Through these portraits, the book offers a critical and often satirical analysis of Victorian values, institutions, and moral attitudes, challenging the idealized narrative of the era.
The 575th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1918
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 200-300
- Words
- 64,500
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 53rd on The Modern Library | 100 Best Nonfiction (The Modern Library)
- 110 Best Books: The Perfect Library (The Telegraph)
- The 100 Best Nonfiction Books of All Time (The Guardian)
- Best Books (Fiction, Prose) : Experts Choose Their Favourites (The Book "Best Books")
- The Guardian's Essential Library (The Guardian)
- The 100 Greatest Non-Fiction Books (The Guardian)