Publisher's Synopsis
Last Days Of Immanuel Kant, And Other Writings is a collection of essays and articles by the renowned English writer and essayist Thomas De Quincey. The book was first published in 1862 and includes a number of pieces that were previously unpublished.The title essay, Last Days Of Immanuel Kant, is a detailed account of the final days of the famous German philosopher Immanuel Kant. De Quincey provides a vivid description of Kant's physical decline and his eventual death, as well as his philosophical legacy and influence.The other writings in the book cover a wide range of topics, including literary criticism, history, and philosophy. One essay, On Murder Considered as One of the Fine Arts, is a satirical piece that explores the idea of murder as a form of art. Another essay, Joan of Arc, examines the life and legacy of the famous French heroine.Throughout the book, De Quincey displays his signature style of prose, which is characterized by its vivid imagery, complex syntax, and rich vocabulary. The essays are both informative and entertaining, and provide a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the greatest writers of the 19th century.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.
