Irving Babbitt was an American literary critic and scholar born in 1865. He became a prominent figure in the early 20th century, known for his advocacy of a traditionalist approach to literature and culture. Babbitt's work often emphasized the importance of moral and ethical considerations in artistic expression, suggesting that literature should not only entertain but also elevate the human spirit. Babbitt was associated with the New Humanism movement, which sought to revive classical...