Een Engelse historicus en letterkundige, wiens werken zich verdiepen in literaire geschiedenis en kritiek. Zijn schrijfstijl wordt gewaardeerd om zijn diepgang en analytische benadering. Hij onderzocht de evolutie van de Engelse literatuur en de belangrijkste figuren daarin. Zijn werk biedt waardevolle inzichten in het literaire erfgoed.
Highlighting the brilliance of an Augustan Age poet, this collection features diverse poetic forms, including satire and philosophical reflections. Notable works like "The Rape of the Lock" offer a mock-heroic take on high society's trivialities, while "The Dunciad" delivers a sharp critique of intellectual mediocrity. This treasury showcases Pope's exceptional talent and wit, making it a significant contribution to English literature.
Reprint of the original, first published in 1869.
A story of hope and redemption as a boy finds his way in the world. For Steiner-Waldorf classes 7-9.
An influential English historian, Sir Adolphus William Ward is best known for his comprehensive "History of English Dramatic Literature to the Age of Queen Anne," which has undergone significant revisions. His scholarly contributions extend to works on the Thirty Years' War and the personal union between Great Britain and Hanover. Additionally, he edited notable poetry collections and contributed to the "English Men of Letters" series, focusing on prominent literary figures like Geoffrey Chaucer and Charles Dickens. Ward's extensive research and writings have left a lasting impact on English literary history.