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Disraeli, Isaac
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D'Israeli, I. (Isaac)
Disraeli, Benjamin, Earl of Beaconsfield
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Disraeli, B. (Benjamin), Earl of Beaconsfield
Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 3
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"Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 3" by Isaac Disraeli is a volume in a collection of literary essays written in the early 19th century. This work explores various facets of literature and its historical development, delving into topics such as local descriptions, the nature of court masques, and the evolution of words, offering readers a blend of literary criticism, history, and philosophical insights. The opening of the volume begins with an examination of the shortcomings of minute and lengthy local descriptions in literature, critiquing their tendency to confuse rather than clarify. Disraeli argues that effective local descriptions should be concise and evocative, allowing the imagination to fill in the details rather than overwhelming the reader with unnecessary specifics. He supports his argument with references to notable literary figures, including Pliny and Scudery, highlighting how even celebrated writers struggled with this aspect of description. This sets the tone for the discussions that follow in the volume, which aim to unravel the complexities and curiosities embedded within literary practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 54.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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English literature -- History and criticism
Literature -- Anecdotes
Litterateurs
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Bibliomania
Category: Literature - Other
Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches
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