Johnson And Goldsmith: Essays By Thomas Babington Macaulay (1896)

By Thomas Babington Macaulay

Book Overview

Johnson And Goldsmith: Essays By Thomas Babington Macaulay (1896) is a collection of essays written by the renowned British historian and politician, Thomas Babington Macaulay. The book is centered around two literary giants of the 18th century, Samuel Johnson and Oliver Goldsmith. Macaulay's essays provide a detailed analysis of the works of these two writers, their literary styles, and their impact on English literature.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is devoted to Samuel Johnson, and includes essays on his life, his literary works, and his influence on the English language. Macaulay's essays on Johnson are considered some of the best ever written on the subject.The second part of the book is devoted to Oliver Goldsmith, and includes essays on his life, his literary works, and his contribution to English literature. Macaulay's essays on Goldsmith are equally insightful and provide a comprehensive understanding of the writer's life and works.Overall, Johnson And Goldsmith: Essays By Thomas Babington Macaulay (1896) is a must-read for anyone interested in English literature and the history of the English language. Macaulay's writing is engaging, informative, and entertaining, making this book a timeless classic that continues to be relevant today.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164839454
• ISBN13: 9781164839453
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"