Essays From Addison (1907) - Softcover

Addison, Joseph

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1104052857 ISBN 13: 9781104052850

Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC, 2009

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Essays From Addison is a collection of essays written by Joseph Addison, a prominent 18th-century English essayist, poet, and politician. The book was originally published in 1907 and has since become a classic in English literature. The essays in this collection cover a range of topics, including politics, morality, religion, and literature. Addison's writing style is characterized by its elegance, wit, and clarity. He uses a variety of literary devices, such as metaphor and allusion, to convey his ideas and opinions. In addition to the essays themselves, the book includes a biographical introduction to Addison, as well as notes and annotations to help readers better understand the historical and cultural context of his writing. Overall, Essays From Addison is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of English literature, as well as those looking for thought-provoking and insightful essays on a variety of topics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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Joseph Addison was a British writer and politician whose work helped shape the cultural and intellectual character of his era. Born in Milston in 1672 to Lancelot Addison and Jane Gulston, he grew up in an environment that valued scholarship, discipline, and public service. His education at King Edward VI School, Charterhouse School, and The Queens College provided a foundation in languages, classical learning, and rhetoric, preparing him for a career that blended literary expression with civic responsibility. Addison became widely known for his partnership with Richard Steele, with whom he founded The Spectator magazine, a publication that aimed to refine public taste, encourage moral reflection, and cultivate a more informed society. His writing balanced elegance with clarity, often addressing social behavior, political questions, and the subtleties of human conduct. In 1716 he married Charlotte, Countess of Warwick, and continued writing while remaining active in public roles. Addison died in Kensington in 1719, leaving a legacy defined by moderation, insight, and a lasting influence on English prose.

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• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2009
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1104052857
• ISBN 13: 9781104052850
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 136
• Herausgeber: Fowler John Henry
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
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