Daiches was married more than once, and he had three children from his first marriage. Beginning with the University of Edinburgh, he had a long, rewarding teaching career in the UK, Canada, and the US.
He was born on September 2, 1912, in Sunderland. His writing often focused on Scottish culture and literature, and English literature. Some of his works include The Novel and the Modern World, Two Worlds: An Edinburgh Jewish Childhood, and Sir Walter Scott and His World. With enormous intelligence and enthusiasm, he guides the reader through this vastly complex and rich tradition, finely balancing historical background with highly informed criticism.ĭaiches' groundbreaking work is essential reading for Students, Scholars & lovers of literature.ĭavid Daiches was a Scottish scholar, author, and literary critic.
Professor David Daiches' Critical history gives the reader a fascinating insight into over twelve centuries of great writing. Professor Daiches guides the reader through this vastly complex and rich tradition, balancing historical background with literary criticism. A critical history of 12 centuries of English literature available in two volumes.
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