Selections From The Spectator: With Introduction And Notes (1892)

Addison, Joseph

ISBN 10: 143708916X / ISBN 13: 9781437089165

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Selections From The Spectator: With Introduction And Notes (1892)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 143708916X
• ISBN 13: 9781437089165
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Selections From The Spectator: With Introduction And Notes (1892) is a book compiled by Joseph Addison, one of the most prominent writers of the 18th century. The book is a collection of essays from The Spectator, a daily newspaper that Addison co-founded with Richard Steele. The essays included in this book cover a wide range of topics, including politics, religion, literature, and society.The book includes an introduction by the editor, as well as notes that provide historical context and explain references that may be unfamiliar to modern readers. The editor has also selected essays that are particularly relevant to contemporary readers, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English literature and culture.Overall, Selections From The Spectator: With Introduction And Notes (1892) is a comprehensive and insightful collection of essays that provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of 18th century England.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.

Book Description

Originally published in 1909, this book contains a selection of essays by the English man of letters and politician Joseph Addison (1672-1719). The essays were selected from The Spectator, the magazine founded by Addison and Richard Steele, which ran from 1711 to 1712. An editorial introduction is included, along with notes.