The Plain Speaker V1: Opinions On Books, Men And Things

By William Hazlitt

Book Overview

The Plain Speaker V1: Opinions On Books, Men And Things is a collection of essays by William Hazlitt, a prominent English literary critic and essayist of the 19th century. The book includes Hazlitt's candid and often controversial opinions on various topics such as literature, politics, society, and human nature. Hazlitt's essays are known for their sharp wit, insightful observations, and eloquent prose. In this volume, Hazlitt shares his thoughts on the works of Shakespeare, Milton, and other literary giants, as well as his views on the French Revolution, the British monarchy, and the nature of love and friendship. The Plain Speaker V1 is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of English literature and the intellectual climate of the early 19th century.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: 1163120839
• ISBN13: 9781163120835
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 466 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"