Maxims, Characters, And Reflections: Critical, Satyrical, And Moral (1757)

By Fulke Greville

Book Overview

Maxims, Characters, and Reflections: Critical, Satyrical, and Moral is a book written by Fulke Greville and published in 1757. The book is a collection of aphorisms, character sketches, and reflections on various topics such as politics, religion, and human nature. The maxims in the book are concise and pithy statements that offer advice and wisdom on various aspects of life. The characters sketches are brief descriptions of different types of people, often satirical in nature, that highlight the flaws and weaknesses of human nature. The reflections in the book are longer essays that delve deeper into philosophical and moral issues, often offering a critical perspective on contemporary society.Greville's writing style is characterized by its wit, irony, and sharpness. He is not afraid to criticize the establishment and challenge conventional wisdom. The book is a product of the Enlightenment era, and Greville's ideas reflect the spirit of rationalism and skepticism that characterized the period.Maxims, Characters, and Reflections: Critical, Satyrical, and Moral is a timeless work that offers insights into the human condition that are still relevant today. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, literature, and the history of ideas.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: 1165426811
• ISBN13: 9781165426812
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"