Place of Fiction in the Time of Science

Discover the compelling exploration of literature in the scientific age with Place of Fiction in the Time of Science by John Limon. Published by Cambridge University Press in 1990, this insightful hardback spans 234 pages and delves into how American authors have navigated the complexities of fiction amidst the rise of scientific thought. Limon's analysis centers on the works of influential writers such as Charles Brockden Brown, Edgar Allan Poe, and Nathaniel Hawthorne, shedding light on their unique perspectives and justifications for storytelling in a time increasingly dominated by empirical inquiry. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of literature and science, offering a rich understanding of how fiction has adapted and thrived in a rapidly changing world.