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مقالة وصول حر Mathew Arnold: A Critical Portrait*(دار جامعة الملك سعود للنشر, 01/07/1996) Stefan ColliniAbstract. This is the the paperback edition of the 1988 Oxford University Press edition with a
new afterward and a new supplementary reading note. Among other publications,
the new edition points out the author's more recent scholarly publication on Arnold
among other publications. The truth of the matter is that there has been an increased
interest in Arnold. Attesting to his popularity are new editions including a poetry col-lection,
Culture and Anarchy, and other essays in a new edition. In addition, The
Selected Letters of the poet appeared in 1992 containing some new letters that have
been unearthed more recently.
Collini argues that Arnold "stands at the center of a series of debates." Many
scholars are critical of Arnold in many areas, including his unique conception of cul-ture
and the burden he places upon the study and teaching of literature. In addition,
the modern widespread skepticism about the possibilities of disinterestedness also
contributes to the criticism of Arnold. Collini argues, however, that it is those who
want to criticize what they think is Arnold's attitude towards culture that keep his
name alive in professional circles.