The Masters of the English Novel: A Study of Principles and Personalities by Richard Burton is an important work that explores the evolution of the English novel and reveals the main principles and influential figures of the genre. In this book, the author analyzes the work of outstanding writers who made a significant contribution to the development of the English novel, considering their differences and common features. Through the prism of a retrospective view of the literary process, the author draws his own unique conclusions about the essence of the novel as a genre. This book is a valuable resource for literary lovers, students, teachers, and anyone interested in the English novel and its masters.