Methodism and its founders in eighteenth century literary satire
Date
8/30/1937
Authors
Hardin, Mary D.
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This thesis was begun in the belief that the great religious
awakening, called Methodism, which swept England, Ireland,
and America in the eighteenth century, had some bearing upon the
course of England's literary history, and that a new view of the
movement and its influence might be gained from the reflection
of it through contemporary literature. The study represents the
writer's interest in Methodism and its founders, as well as in
eighteenth century social life and literature.
For guidance in the selection of the subject, I am indebted
to Dr. L. M. Ellison, whom I gratefully acknowledge as
the source of inspiration and encouragement during the preparation
of this thesis. Except for his patient help and scholarly
advice, the thesis would never have attained its present form.
His classes, too, have been always stimulating and challenging.
My thanks go, also, to those faculty members and administrators
of the college who have made my graduate work possible
through positions on the teaching and residential staffs of the
college. The experience has been exceedingly pleasant and profitable,
and I am grateful for the opportunity thus afforded me.
Furthermore, I owe a debt of gratitude to members of
the library staff, who have been both accomodating and helpful .
Family and friends have contributed immeasurably to the success
of my efforts through their manifest interest and willing cooperation.
Certainly this cannot be called the work of one
person, for the hopes and good wishes of many have gone into
its making.
Keywords
Methodism, Eighteenth century literature