The Triple Thinkers - Edmund Wilson

In this celebrated work of literary criticism, Edmund Wilson examines the lives and ideas of three of the nineteenth century's most influential revolutionary thinkers: Jules Michelet, Giambattista Vico and Leo Tolstoy. Blending biography, intellectual history and close literary analysis, Wilson explores how each writer sought to understand the forces that shape human society, history and culture, revealing the enduring relevance of their ideas to the modern world.

First published in 1938, The Triple Thinkers is regarded as one of Wilson's finest critical works, showcasing his ability to make complex philosophical and historical ideas both engaging and accessible. More than a study of three remarkable individuals, the book is a meditation on the relationship between literature, history and social change, making it an essential read for anyone interested in intellectual history, political thought and twentieth century literary criticism.