Publisher's Synopsis
Selections From The Spectator: With Introduction And Notes is a book published in 1892 and written by Joseph Addison. The book is a collection of essays from The Spectator, a daily publication in 18th-century England that covered a wide range of topics including politics, literature, and society. The essays were written by Addison and his friend Richard Steele and were known for their wit, humor, and social commentary. The book includes an introduction by the author that provides context for the essays and their historical significance. The introduction also discusses the literary style of Addison and Steele and their influence on English literature. The essays in the book are organized thematically and cover topics such as love, friendship, religion, and morality. Each essay is accompanied by notes that explain unfamiliar words and provide additional context for the reader. Overall, Selections From The Spectator: With Introduction And Notes is a valuable resource for anyone interested in 18th-century English literature, social commentary, and the works of Joseph Addison.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.
