| Author |
Addison, Joseph, 1672-1719 |
| Editor |
Morley, Henry, 1822-1894 |
| Title |
Essays and Tales
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 54.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Introduction -- Public credit -- Household superstitions -- Opera lions -- Women and wives -- The Italian opera -- Lampoons -- True and false humour -- Sa Ga Yean Qua Rash Tow's impressions of London -- Vision of Marraton -- Six papers on wit -- Friendship -- Chevy-Chase (two papers) -- Dream of the painters -- Spare time (two papers) -- Censure -- The English language -- The Vision of Mirza -- Genius -- Theodosius and Constantia -- Good nature -- A grinning match -- Trust in God.
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| Summary |
"Essays and Tales" by Joseph Addison is a collection of essays and reflections likely written in the early 18th century. The work is characterized by Addison's exploration of various social themes, such as credit, superstitions, and humor, presenting insights through a lens of wit and moral contemplation. Addison’s writing often navigates the complexities of human nature, society, and the arts, making it a rich resource for understanding the intellectual climate of his time. At the start of "Essays and Tales," the introduction highlights Addison’s notable contributions through his earlier works in the "Tatler" and "Spectator", where he partnered with Richard Steele to combat ignorance and cultivate taste. The opening essay focuses on "Public Credit," presenting a visionary allegory of Public Credit as a delicate maiden cherished yet threatened by various societal specters like Tyranny and Anarchy. Addison effectively intertwines the domestic and political, illustrating how the health of Public Credit reflects the broader moral conditions of society. This allegorical style serves not only to entertain but to prompt reflection on the values and silences of the contemporary social fabric. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Fiction
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Subject |
English essays -- 18th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2791 |
| Release Date |
Sep 1, 2001 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Oct 18, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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