Essays and Tales

Par : Joseph Addison, Henry Morley
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  • Nombre de pages112
  • FormatePub
  • ISBN859-65--4716940-6
  • EAN8596547169406
  • Date de parution15/08/2022
  • Protection num.Digital Watermarking
  • Taille406 Ko
  • Infos supplémentairesepub
  • ÉditeurDIGICAT

Résumé

In "Essays and Tales, " Joseph Addison presents a rich tapestry of reflective essays and engaging narratives that illuminate the complexities of 18th-century English society. Crafted with Addison's signature clarity and wit, these writings explore themes such as morality, taste, and the social contract through a blend of humor and earnestness. The literary style is characterized by its accessible prose and incisive arguments, making profound philosophical ideas palatable to the general reader.
Against the backdrop of the Enlightenment, Addison's work offers a keen criticism of human behavior and the cultural mores of his time, foreshadowing later developments in English literature. Addison, a prolific essayist and co-founder of "The Spectator, " was deeply embedded in the intellectual currents of his era. His exposure to classical literature, combined with his pursuits in politics and public life, greatly influenced his writing.
Addison sought to uplift the public discourse, and his essays were meant not just for entertainment, but also to promote moral and ethical reflection, crucial in shaping the emerging public sphere of his time. Readers seeking a blend of entertainment and enlightenment will find "Essays and Tales" an invaluable addition to their literary repertoire. The book serves as a masterclass in the art of essay writing, rich in observations that remain relevant today.
Through Addison's eloquent prose, one is invited not only to engage with the text but also to reflect on one's own role within society.
In "Essays and Tales, " Joseph Addison presents a rich tapestry of reflective essays and engaging narratives that illuminate the complexities of 18th-century English society. Crafted with Addison's signature clarity and wit, these writings explore themes such as morality, taste, and the social contract through a blend of humor and earnestness. The literary style is characterized by its accessible prose and incisive arguments, making profound philosophical ideas palatable to the general reader.
Against the backdrop of the Enlightenment, Addison's work offers a keen criticism of human behavior and the cultural mores of his time, foreshadowing later developments in English literature. Addison, a prolific essayist and co-founder of "The Spectator, " was deeply embedded in the intellectual currents of his era. His exposure to classical literature, combined with his pursuits in politics and public life, greatly influenced his writing.
Addison sought to uplift the public discourse, and his essays were meant not just for entertainment, but also to promote moral and ethical reflection, crucial in shaping the emerging public sphere of his time. Readers seeking a blend of entertainment and enlightenment will find "Essays and Tales" an invaluable addition to their literary repertoire. The book serves as a masterclass in the art of essay writing, rich in observations that remain relevant today.
Through Addison's eloquent prose, one is invited not only to engage with the text but also to reflect on one's own role within society.
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