Books by Steven Matthews

This study re-evaluates the religious beliefs of Francis Bacon and the role which his theology played in the development of his program for the reform of learning and the natural sciences, the Great Instauration.

In this critical study of Les Murray's work Steven Matthews provides a complete picture of his career to date, from its early parables of national emergence to the working man's epic encounter with the major events of the 20th century, "Fredy Neptune".

Second collection from established poet and critic who has been a regular reviewer of poetry for London Magazine, Poetry Review and the TLS as well as poetry editor for Dublin Quarterly Magazine. This collection is a 'sustained meditation on magnetism in all its senses' (Bernard O'Donoghue).

This study examines the major literary figures and works of the 1930's. It looks at the themes, philosophies and trends in the writings of this era.