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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... 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 contemporary record remains. The formal ...
... 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 contemporary record remains. The formal ...
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... nature to leave a mark upon its age . Yet such a judgment would certainly be erroneous . Shy and reserved as he was , the unanimous verdict of his most illustrious contemporaries is decisive as to the respect and admiration . which he ...
... nature to leave a mark upon its age . Yet such a judgment would certainly be erroneous . Shy and reserved as he was , the unanimous verdict of his most illustrious contemporaries is decisive as to the respect and admiration . which he ...
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... natural that all the great English writers of the period should be described as in one way or another helping to pull down, or vainly to strengthen, the theological barriers erected by centuries of bigotry against the irresistible tide ...
... natural that all the great English writers of the period should be described as in one way or another helping to pull down, or vainly to strengthen, the theological barriers erected by centuries of bigotry against the irresistible tide ...
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... nature and society , but quite as much to the genius of great individuals who prepared the mind of the nation for the gradual assimilation of new ideas . Thus Langland and Wycliffe and their numerous followers , long before the ...
... nature and society , but quite as much to the genius of great individuals who prepared the mind of the nation for the gradual assimilation of new ideas . Thus Langland and Wycliffe and their numerous followers , long before the ...
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... nature of the difficulties Addison had to encounter in his efforts to harmonise public opinion; but a more detailed examination of the state of society after the Restoration is required to place in its full light the extraordinary ...
... nature of the difficulties Addison had to encounter in his efforts to harmonise public opinion; but a more detailed examination of the state of society after the Restoration is required to place in its full light the extraordinary ...
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