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Extracts From Addison's Spectator
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Letters & EssaysGeneral PoetryBritish History
ISBN13: 9781024697414
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 188
Weight: 0.60
Height: 0.40 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Extracts From Addison's Spectator offers a curated selection from Joseph Addison's influential contributions to *The Spectator*, a daily publication that shaped public opinion and literary taste in early 18th-century England. Addison's essays, known for their wit, elegance, and moral insight, cover a wide range of topics, from manners and fashion to politics and philosophy. This collection provides readers with a glimpse into the social and intellectual life of Georgian England through the eyes of one of its most astute observers.
Addison's prose is celebrated for its clarity and accessibility, making these extracts ideal for students of literature, history, and anyone interested in the development of English prose style. His commentary on human nature and society remains remarkably relevant, offering timeless lessons on virtue, civility, and the pursuit of happiness. Extracts From Addison's Spectator captures the essence of Addison's genius and the enduring appeal of *The Spectator*.
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