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Periodical Essays of the Eighteenth Century
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Letters & EssaysLiterary CriticismGeneral World History
ISBN13: 9781025900483
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 342
Weight: 1.06
Height: 0.71 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Periodical Essays of the Eighteenth Century is a curated collection that captures the zenith of the British essay as a literary and social force. During the 1700s, the periodical essay emerged as the primary vehicle for the dissemination of Enlightenment ideals, social etiquette, and political wit. This volume brings together the essential writings that defined the era, showcasing how the short-form prose of the time transitioned from simple news-sheets into sophisticated instruments of cultural critique.
Readers will find representative works from the most influential figures of the period, including the foundational contributions of Joseph Addison and Richard Steele in The Spectator and The Tatler, as well as the profound moral inquiries of Samuel Johnson. These essays reflect the vibrancy of London's coffeehouse culture and the evolving sensibilities of a growing middle class. By addressing topics ranging from the trivialities of fashion to the gravity of human mortality, the collection provides a comprehensive overview of the Georgian era's intellectual landscape. This work is an invaluable resource for students of English literature and history, offering a direct encounter with the voices that shaped modern prose and public discourse.
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