Arbitrary Power

Discover the intricate connections between language and power in "Arbitrary Power" by William Keach, published by Princeton University Press in 2015. This compelling 208-page paperback delves into the previously unexplored relationship between linguistic theories of the arbitrary and the political discourse surrounding power. Keach masterfully examines how Enlightenment ideas of arbitrariness were both challenged and transformed within British Romantic literature. Through this insightful analysis, he presents a fresh perspective on the interplay between politics and literature, making it an essential read for those interested in 19th-century English literature and its historical context. Enhance your understanding of Romanticism and its political implications with this thought-provoking work.