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William Morris's Utopia of Strangers

By Marcus Waithe

William Morris's Utopia of Strangers

By Marcus Waithe

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It is commonly argued that William Morris's notion of the good society is uniquely tolerant - a claim which this book tests, asking whether Victorian medievalism and the associated ideal of hospitality offered Morris the resources to develop a new conception of utopia, characterized by openness rather than classical exclusivity. This central theme is addressed across a range of artistic and intellectual contexts, from Victorian neo-feudalism to socialism and the Arts and Crafts Movement, and drawing from work in literature, architecture, anthropology, political theory, law, art history and translation. Together with an analysis of the roots and legacy of Morris's work, the book offers a detailed survey of his many projects. Dr MARCUS WAITHE lectures in Victorian Literature at the University of Sheffield.
Product details
Number of Pages:
236
Release Date:
2006-11-30
Publication Date:
2006-11-01
Publisher:
D.S.Brewer
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
184384088X
ISBN13:
9781843840886
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
523 g
Height:
161 cm
Width:
240 cm
Thickness:
17 cm
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