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Tale Which Holdeth Children From Play & Old Men From the Chimney Corner
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Letters & EssaysLiterary CriticismGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781025963037
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 504
Weight: 1.54
Height: 1.01 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Tale Which Holdeth Children From Play & Old Men From the Chimney Corner explores the profound insights of Sir Philip Sidney, one of the most influential figures of the English Renaissance. This work captures the essence of Sidney's philosophy regarding the transformative power of storytelling and the enduring value of poetry within human society. Central to the text is the argument that the true purpose of art is to teach and delight, a concept that has remained a cornerstone of Western literary criticism.
Through his masterful prose, Sidney demonstrates how a well-crafted narrative possesses the unique ability to captivate audiences across all generations, bridging the gap between the innocence of childhood and the wisdom of age. This work serves as a spirited defense of the creative imagination, asserting the moral and intellectual superiority of poetry over other forms of discourse. As a foundational text in the study of English letters, it offers readers a rich exploration of the relationship between history, philosophy, and the arts, all delivered with the characteristic wit and sophistication of the Elizabethan era.
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