EssaysGood Press, 02 դեկ, 2019 թ. - 260 էջ Arthur Christopher Benson's 'Essays' offer a profound insight into the human condition through a collection of thought-provoking and eloquently written meditations. The essays cover a wide range of topics, from the contemplation of nature to reflections on the beauty of literature and art. Benson's literary style is characterized by its clarity and elegance, making his insights easily accessible to readers of all backgrounds. The book's timeless themes and philosophical depth place it within the tradition of classic English essays, drawing parallels to the works of renowned essayists such as Montaigne and Bacon. Benson's unique perspective and introspective approach make this collection a valuable addition to any reader's library. Arthur Christopher Benson, a respected scholar and author, is known for his ability to weave profound insights with poetic language. As a former headmaster of Eton College and a prolific writer, Benson's experiences and intellectual pursuits undoubtedly influenced the essays found within this collection. His deep understanding of literature, philosophy, and human nature is evident in every line, creating a compelling and enriching reading experience for those seeking intellectual stimulation and philosophical contemplation. I highly recommend 'Essays' to readers who appreciate the art of essay writing and who seek to engage with profound ideas in a thoughtful and lyrical manner. This collection is a treasure trove of wisdom and beauty that will stay with you long after the final page. |
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... delighted with a backwater on the Thames, and a view of the Berkshire downs. In fact, the only kind of criticism of which one may be impatient is the criticism which abuses an author for not writing something else. What critics can do ...
... delighted with a backwater on the Thames, and a view of the Berkshire downs. In fact, the only kind of criticism of which one may be impatient is the criticism which abuses an author for not writing something else. What critics can do ...
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... delightful gallery of characters that puts Theophrastus into the shade, was the only man he ever admitted, on his reputation as a wit, into the sacred society of Merton. For such intellects as he desired, he made search in a way that ...
... delightful gallery of characters that puts Theophrastus into the shade, was the only man he ever admitted, on his reputation as a wit, into the sacred society of Merton. For such intellects as he desired, he made search in a way that ...
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... delightful comparison which he makes in one of his tracts is worth quoting, as showing the natural bent of his mind to the ludicrous side of these disputes; he compares the wound of sin and the supposed remedy of confession, to Pliny's ...
... delightful comparison which he makes in one of his tracts is worth quoting, as showing the natural bent of his mind to the ludicrous side of these disputes; he compares the wound of sin and the supposed remedy of confession, to Pliny's ...
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... delightful Α manor thrown open like a perpetual salon to worthy visitors , where Oxford scholars would arrive , order their bedroom , give notice of their intention to be present at dinner , and betake themselves to the library to read ...
... delightful Α manor thrown open like a perpetual salon to worthy visitors , where Oxford scholars would arrive , order their bedroom , give notice of their intention to be present at dinner , and betake themselves to the library to read ...
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... delight upon their instinctive gestures —the tones of their voices, the twinkling of their brows, the twitching of their hands; he did not brood and generalise; his taste was for the special, the particular, the individual, the ...
... delight upon their instinctive gestures —the tones of their voices, the twinkling of their brows, the twitching of their hands; he did not brood and generalise; his taste was for the special, the particular, the individual, the ...
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VINCENT BOURNE | |
THOMAS GRAY | |
WILLIAM BLAKE | |
THE POETRY OF KEBLE | |
ELIZABETH BARRETT BROWNING | |
THE LATE MASTER OF TRINITY D R W H THOMPSON | |
CHRISTINA ROSSETTI | |
THE POETRY OF EDMUND GOSSE | |
EPILOGUE | |
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