AddisonGood Press, 13 dec 2019 - 282 pagina's In William John Courthope's 'Addison', readers are treated to a deep analysis of the renowned essayist and playwright Joseph Addison, focusing on his literary contributions and influence on the Augustan age of English literature. Courthope expertly delves into Addison's works, examining his unique writing style, which combined wit, satire, and moral lessons in a way that captivated readers of the time. The book provides a comprehensive look at Addison's essays, poems, and plays, shedding light on the context in which they were produced and their enduring impact on English literature. William John Courthope, a distinguished literary scholar and critic, brings his vast knowledge of English literature and poetry to 'Addison', offering readers valuable insights into the life and works of this influential figure. Courthope's meticulous research and engaging writing style make 'Addison' a must-read for anyone interested in the Augustan age and its literary giants. I highly recommend 'Addison' to literary enthusiasts, scholars, and students alike who wish to gain a deeper understanding of Joseph Addison's significant contributions to English literature and his lasting legacy in the literary world. |
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... moral twist which distorted a nature by no means devoid of noble instincts. Johnson was fortunate in the companionship of perhaps the best biographer who ever lived. But of the real life and character of Addison scarcely any ...
... moral twist which distorted a nature by no means devoid of noble instincts. Johnson was fortunate in the companionship of perhaps the best biographer who ever lived. But of the real life and character of Addison scarcely any ...
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... morals, taste, and breeding, are operations of which the credit, though it is certainly to be ascribed to particular individuals, is generally absorbed by society itself. Macaulay's eulogy is as just as it is eloquent, but the pages of ...
... morals, taste, and breeding, are operations of which the credit, though it is certainly to be ascribed to particular individuals, is generally absorbed by society itself. Macaulay's eulogy is as just as it is eloquent, but the pages of ...
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... morality and discipline, and we thought they were susceptible of amendment without altering the ground. We thought they were capable of receiving and meliorating, and, above all, of preserving the accessories of science and literature ...
... morality and discipline, and we thought they were susceptible of amendment without altering the ground. We thought they were capable of receiving and meliorating, and, above all, of preserving the accessories of science and literature ...
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... moral system, the consequence of which was to encourage the powerful in the indulgence of every selfish instinct. As the Puritans had oppressed the country with a system of inhuman religion and transcendental morality, so now, in order ...
... moral system, the consequence of which was to encourage the powerful in the indulgence of every selfish instinct. As the Puritans had oppressed the country with a system of inhuman religion and transcendental morality, so now, in order ...
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