The Tatler and The Guardian

By Joseph Addison

Book Overview

The Tatler and The Guardian is a collection of essays written by Joseph Addison, a prominent 18th-century English essayist, poet, and politician. The book was first published in 1876 and contains a selection of articles from two of Addison's most popular publications, The Tatler and The Guardian.The Tatler was a literary and society magazine that was published in the early 18th century. It was known for its witty and satirical commentary on the social and political issues of the day. Addison was one of the main contributors to the magazine, and his essays covered a wide range of topics, including politics, literature, and fashion.The Guardian was a newspaper that was published in the mid-18th century. It was founded by Addison and his friend Richard Steele, and it was intended to be a more serious and respectable publication than The Tatler. The Guardian focused on political and social issues, and Addison's essays were often critical of the government and the ruling class.The essays in The Tatler and The Guardian are considered some of the finest examples of English prose from the 18th century. They are characterized by their clarity, elegance, and wit, and they offer a fascinating insight into the social and political climate of the time. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in English literature, history, or politics.With Critical And Explanatory Notes.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: 1120933218
• ISBN13: 9781120933218
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 524 Pages
• Weight: 1.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"