Publisher's Synopsis
William Godwin: His Friends and Contemporaries V1 is a biographical book written by C. Kegan Paul. It is a comprehensive account of the life of William Godwin, a prominent 18th-century philosopher, novelist, and political theorist. The book provides a detailed insight into Godwin's personal and professional life, including his relationships with his contemporaries, such as Mary Wollstonecraft, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. The author explores Godwin's philosophical and political ideas, including his advocacy for anarchism and his critique of the government and monarchy. The book also delves into Godwin's literary works, including his influential novel, ""Caleb Williams."" This first volume of the book covers Godwin's early life, his education, and his early literary career. Overall, William Godwin: His Friends and Contemporaries V1 is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the life and works of William Godwin and the intellectual and cultural milieu of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.In Two Volumes.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.
