Publisher's Synopsis
William Godwin V2: His Friends and Contemporaries is a book written by C. Kegan Paul that provides a comprehensive account of the life and times of William Godwin, an influential 18th-century philosopher, writer, and political activist. The book is the second volume in a two-part series and focuses on Godwin's relationships with his contemporaries, including Mary Wollstonecraft, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and Lord Byron. The book explores Godwin's intellectual and philosophical contributions, including his views on political and social reform, anarchism, and utilitarianism. It also delves into his personal life, including his marriage to Mary Wollstonecraft, her tragic death, and his subsequent marriage to Mary Jane Clairmont. The author draws on a wealth of primary sources, including correspondence, diaries, and contemporary accounts, to provide a vivid and engaging portrait of Godwin and the intellectual and cultural milieu in which he lived. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, political thought, and literature in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1876 Edition.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.
