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2004-01-01
Public domain in the USA.
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Addison, Joseph
1672
1719
Bickerstaff, Isaac
Gay, John
1685
1732
Somerville, William
1675
1742
Somervile, William
Gilfillan, George
1813
1878
The Poetical Works of Addison; Gay's Fables; and Somerville's Chase
With Memoirs and Critical Dissertations, by the Rev. George Gilfillan
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Jayam Subramanian and PG Distributed Proofreaders
"The Poetical Works of Addison; Gay's Fables; and Somerville's Chase" by Joseph Addison et al. is a collection of poetry and fables published in the mid-19th century. This anthology features the works of notable poets such as Joseph Addison and John Gay, as well as William Somerville, reflecting the poetic styles and themes of the early 18th century. The book encompasses a variety of poetic forms, including odes, songs, and translations, which explore themes of nature, heroism, and the human experience. The opening portion of the work begins with a detailed table of contents outlining the various contributions from Addison, Gay, and Somerville. It highlights Addison's diverse poems, including tributes to contemporary poets, patriotic verses, and translations from classical sources. The segment also introduces the lives of the poets, emphasizing Addison's literary influence and the profound themes woven throughout his poetry. The style of the initial poems displays Addison's admiration for classical tradition while also capturing the essence of his contemporary society, revealing a blend of personal reflection and broader cultural commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 73.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Dramatists, English -- 18th century -- Biography
Poets, English -- 18th century -- Biography
English poetry -- 18th century
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Category: Poetry
Category: British Literature
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