The Sir Roger de Coverley papers, from "The Spectator"

Language: English. Approximately 174 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : c1896. Text in English. This edition contains the celebrated "Sir Roger de Coverley" papers, originally published in "The Spectator" by Joseph Addison, Richard Steele, and their collaborators. These essays offer a vivid portrait of English society in the early 18th century, blending humor, social commentary, and literary wit. The collection is a key work in the history of English journalism and literature, reflecting the values and concerns of the Augustan age. This edition features the renowned "Sir Roger de Coverley" papers, first appearing in "The Spectator" by Joseph Addison, Richard Steele, and their associates. These essays provide a lively depiction of early 18th-century English society, combining humor, social critique, and literary sophistication. The collection stands as a landmark in English journalism and literature, embodying the ideals and preoccupations of the Augustan era. Book images are non-contractual.