Historical And Critical Essays By Thomas De Quincey V2 (1853)

By Thomas de Quincey

Book Overview

Historical and Critical Essays by Thomas De Quincey V2 (1853) is a collection of essays written by the English essayist and literary critic, Thomas De Quincey. This volume is the second in a series of four volumes and features a selection of De Quincey's most notable essays on various topics, including literature, history, politics, and philosophy.In this book, De Quincey offers his unique perspective on a wide range of subjects, from Shakespeare's plays to the French Revolution. He also delves into the works of other writers, such as Milton, Wordsworth, and Coleridge, providing insightful critiques and analyses of their work.De Quincey's writing style is characterized by his use of vivid imagery, complex sentence structures, and a deep knowledge of literature and history. His essays are both informative and entertaining, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in literary criticism and historical analysis.Overall, Historical and Critical Essays by Thomas De Quincey V2 (1853) is an important work of literary criticism that offers a valuable perspective on the literature and history of the 18th and 19th centuries. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the works of De Quincey or the literary and historical context of his time.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: 1164670654
• ISBN13: 9781164670650
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"