摘要：Morality is a significant element in literary works throughout history. In Victorian England, it gained unprecedented concern because of the loss of religious belief and material progress. Matthew Arnold, the most influential critic of his time, attaches great significance to morality in literature. The major reason for Victorian’s morality concern is presented and the religious background of that time is introduced. Matthew Arnold’s belief in poetry’s religious function is stated and analyzed.
其他摘要：Morality is a significant element in literary works throughout history. In Victorian England, it gained unprecedented concern because of the loss of religious belief and material progress. Matthew Arnold, the most influential critic of his time, attaches great significance to morality in literature. The major reason for Victorian’s morality concern is presented and the religious background of that time is introduced. Matthew Arnold’s belief in poetry’s religious function is stated and analyzed.
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