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 and originally published in 1784. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on moral issues and the second part on literary topics. In the moral section, Knox discusses various ethical and philosophical issues, such as the nature of virtue, the importance of self-control, and the role of religion in society. He also examines the concept of happiness and argues that true happiness can only be achieved through living a virtuous life.The literary section of the book covers a wide range of topics, including the importance of education, the role of literature in society, and the characteristics of good writing. Knox also provides literary criticism of several prominent writers of his time, including Samuel Johnson and Edmund Burke.Throughout the book, Knox emphasizes the importance of reason and critical thinking, and he advocates for a society that values intellectual pursuits and moral excellence. His writing is characterized by a clear and concise style, making the book accessible to readers of all backgrounds.Overall, Essays V2: Moral And Literary is a thought-provoking and insightful collection of essays that continues to be relevant today.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: 1164196936
• ISBN13: 9781164196938
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"