Literary Essays (1878)

By William T. Shedd and William Greenough Thayer Shedd

Book Overview

Literary Essays is a collection of essays written by William G. T. Shedd, a prominent American theologian and scholar, and published in 1878. The book is a collection of essays on various literary topics, including the works of Shakespeare, Milton, and Dante, as well as discussions on the nature of literature and the role of the writer. Shedd's essays are characterized by their erudition and depth of analysis, as well as their clear and elegant prose. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of literature and literary criticism, and provides a fascinating insight into the mind of one of America's most distinguished scholars.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: 1164933043
• ISBN13: 9781164933045
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"