Walter Pater

British Philosopher and Literary Critic

Walter Pater was a British philosopher, literary critic, and essayist. He is best known for his influential work on aesthetics and the concept of the 'beautiful soul'. Pater was a prominent figure in the late 19th-century intellectual scene, and his writing continues to be studied and admired today. He was also a fellow of Merton College, Oxford, and a key figure in the development of the Oxford Movement. Pater's wor...