The political novel

"The political novel" by Joseph Blotner explores the novel as a political inculcator, covering novels and novelists of the U.S., Great Britain and the Continent. Many popular works of literature are mentioned by Blotner. From "Fahrenheit 451" which was a new book at the time of its publication to "Uncle Tom's Cabin" the way the written word can be used to sway political feelings is discussed.