'Discoveries: Essays in Literary Criticism' Summary

In his book Discoveries: Essays in Literary Criticism, John Middleton Murry explores the nature of literary criticism and the role of the critic. He argues that criticism is not a science, but rather a personal and subjective response to literature. He believes that the best critics are those who are able to immerse themselves in the work of art and to respond to it with their whole selves. Murry's essays are wide-ranging, covering topics such as the nature of imagination, the role of the unconscious in creativity, and the importance of tradition. He draws on a wide range of sources, including philosophy, psychology, and literature, to develop his own unique perspective on the art of criticism. Discoveries is a challenging and thought-provoking book that offers a fresh perspective on the nature of literary criticism. Murry's essays are essential reading for anyone interested in the art of criticism or in the works of John Middleton Murry.