George Henry Lewes - English Philosopher and Critic
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George Henry Lewes - English Philosopher and Critic
George Henry Lewes (1817-1878) - an English philosopher and critic of literature and theatre. Lewes was the husband of the novelist George Eliot. Date: circa 1875
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George Henry Lewes (1817-1878): A Prominent Figure in Victorian Literary and Philosophical Circles This photograph captures George Henry Lewes, an English philosopher and critic of literature and theatre, in the later years of his illustrious career. Born in 1817, Lewes was a pivotal figure in the Victorian literary and philosophical scene. He is best known for his critical works on literature and theatre, as well as his influential philosophical ideas. Lewes' contributions to literature were significant, and he was a champion of contemporary writers such as Charles Dickens, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and George Eliot, who was his wife. In fact, Lewes played a crucial role in Eliot's literary success, serving as her mentor and championing her work. However, Lewes' influence extended far beyond literature. He was also an accomplished philosopher, and his ideas on the nature of reality and the role of the individual in society were groundbreaking for his time. Lewes believed in the importance of individual freedom and self-realization, and his ideas on the relationship between the mind and the body were particularly influential. This photograph, taken circa 1875, captures Lewes in the prime of his later years. His intense gaze and thoughtful expression convey the depth of his intellectual curiosity and the passion with which he approached his work. Lewes' legacy continues to be felt in the fields of literature, philosophy, and criticism, and his ideas remain as relevant today as they were in the Victorian era.
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