Essays Philological And Critical: Selected From The Papers

By James Hadley

Book Overview

The book ""Essays Philological and Critical: Selected from the Papers"" by James Hadley is a collection of essays that delve into various aspects of language and literature. Hadley was a renowned philologist and linguist, and his essays cover a wide range of topics, from the history of the English language to the analysis of ancient Greek and Latin texts.The book is divided into two parts: the first part contains essays on philology, which is the study of language in its historical and cultural context. Here, Hadley explores the origins of language, the development of grammar and syntax, and the evolution of writing systems. He also analyzes the works of famous writers such as Shakespeare and Milton, examining their use of language and the cultural and historical influences that shaped their writing.The second part of the book focuses on critical essays, where Hadley offers his insights and opinions on various literary works. He examines the works of classical authors such as Homer, Virgil, and Horace, as well as modern writers such as Goethe and Dante. Hadley's critical essays are insightful and thought-provoking, offering readers a deeper understanding of the literary works he analyzes.Overall, ""Essays Philological and Critical: Selected from the Papers"" is a must-read for anyone interested in language, literature, and the intersection of the two. Hadley's essays are well-written, informative, and engaging, and they offer a unique perspective on the study of language and literature.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: 1430477849
• ISBN13: 9781430477846
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 436 Pages
• Weight: 1.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.5" x 9.3"