Historical critics

Historical critics analyze literary works within their specific historical contexts, examining how the time period, cultural influences, political events, and societal norms shape the themes, characters, and messages of a text. They seek to understand what writers intended, how their environment influenced their work, and how the work reflects or challenges historical ideals. This approach helps readers gain deeper insight into the text’s meaning and significance, revealing how literature both responds to and influences the world at the time it was created.