Laura L. Runge

This book explores the works of Aphra Behn (1640-1689) synchronically through word counts and statistical measures. It analyses, by genre, poetry, drama, and prose, examining the quantification of Behn's literary style. The conclusion applies thematic questions to the full corpus for an innovative and comprehensive assessment of Behn's writing. Aphra Behn (1640-1689), prolific and popular playwright, poet, novelist, and translator,...