Essays V2: Moral And Literary (1784)

By Vicesimus Knox

Book Overview

Essays V2: Moral and Literary is a collection of essays written by Vicesimus Knox in 1784. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on moral topics and the second part focusing on literary topics. In the first part, Knox discusses a range of moral issues such as virtue, vice, happiness, and the importance of religion. He argues that virtue is essential for a happy life and that religion provides a moral compass for individuals. Knox also explores the concept of vice and the negative effects it can have on individuals and society as a whole. The second part of the book focuses on literary topics such as poetry, drama, and the art of criticism. Knox provides his thoughts on the qualities of good literature and the role of the critic in evaluating literary works. He also discusses the importance of language and the power of words in shaping our perceptions of the world. Overall, Essays V2: Moral and Literary provides a thought-provoking exploration of both moral and literary topics. Knox's insights and ideas are still relevant today, making this book a valuable read for anyone interested in philosophy, literature, or ethics.In Two Volumes.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: 054886683X
• ISBN13: 9780548866832
• Release Date: February 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"