The Spectator, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 by Joseph Addison and Sir Richard Steele
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"The Spectator, Volumes 1, 2 and 3" by Joseph Addison and Sir Richard Steele is a collection of periodical essays published in the early 18th century. The work addresses various aspects of society including manners, ethics, and politics through a lively and engaging lens that reflects the thoughts and contributions of the two authors, who were friends and significant figures in the development of English literature. The opening of "The Spectator" introduces
the enduring friendship between Steele and Addison, emphasized as a central theme throughout the work. It details their early lives, educational backgrounds, and literary aspirations, casting their collaboration as a pivotal moment in English literary history. The introduction highlights how this friendship inspired the creation of the "Spectator," which is viewed as a monument to their bond and a reflection of their combined literary achievements. The narrative presents not only biographical insights into Addison and Steele but also lays the groundwork for the reflections on society and culture that would characterize the essays to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Addison, Joseph, 1672-1719 |
|---|---|
| Author | Steele, Richard, Sir, 1672-1729 |
| Editor | Morley, Henry, 1822-1894 |
| Title |
The Spectator, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 With Translations and Index for the Series |
| Credits | Jonathon Ingram, Clytie Siddall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English essays -- 18th century -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 12030 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-12030-0 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 6863 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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