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The Essay

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The Great Essayists
4/4. Matthew Arnold. Arnold was known not only for his poetry, but also for his discussions of new ideas about culture and values, and the dwindling significance of religion in the age of Darwin. AC Grayling ends his exploration of key figures from the glory days of the English essay.

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