Publisher's Synopsis
""An Essay On Criticism"" is a literary work by the renowned English poet Alexander Pope. It was first published in 1711 and is considered one of the most influential works of literary criticism in the English language. In this essay, Pope explores the nature of criticism and the role of the critic in the literary world. He argues that true criticism must be based on reason and judgment, rather than personal prejudice or bias. Pope also discusses the importance of balance and harmony in literature, and the need for writers to follow established rules and conventions. Throughout the essay, Pope provides numerous examples of good and bad writing, and offers advice to aspiring writers on how to improve their craft. ""An Essay On Criticism"" is a timeless work that continues to be studied and admired by scholars and literature enthusiasts alike.Of All The Causes Which Conspire To Blind Man's Erring Judgment And Misguide The Mind, What The Weak Head With Strongest Bias Rules, Is Pride, The Never-failing Vice Of Fools. Whatever Nature Has In Worth Denied, She Gives In Large Recruits Of Needful Pride.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
