Great Books: Bunyan, Shakespeare, Dante, Milton, The Imitation, Etc. (1898)

By Frederic W. Farrar

Book Overview

Great Books: Bunyan, Shakespeare, Dante, Milton, The Imitation, Etc. is a book written by Frederic William Farrar and published in 1898. The book is a collection of essays that explore the works of some of the greatest writers in history, including John Bunyan, William Shakespeare, Dante Alighieri, John Milton, and Thomas ������ Kempis, among others. Farrar provides insightful analysis and commentary on these literary masterpieces, delving into their themes, characters, symbolism, and historical context. He also examines the enduring influence of these works on Western culture and society, highlighting their relevance and importance even in the modern era. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different author or work. The first chapter is dedicated to John Bunyan's The Pilgrim's Progress, while subsequent chapters explore Shakespeare's plays, Dante's Divine Comedy, Milton's Paradise Lost, and The Imitation of Christ by Thomas ������ Kempis, among others. Overall, Great Books: Bunyan, Shakespeare, Dante, Milton, The Imitation, Etc. is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of some of the greatest works of literature in history, written by a respected scholar and author. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the classics and the enduring power of great 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: 1436862574
• ISBN13: 9781436862578
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 252 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"