Dialogues In A Library (1797)

Dialogues In A Library (1797)

Alexander Thomson

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Historia de América
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9781436821278
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Dialogues in a Library is a collection of essays written by Alexander Thomson and first published in 1797. The book is a series of conversations between two fictional characters, Cleon and Eubulus, who discuss various topics related to literature and the arts. The dialogues cover a wide range of subjects, including poetry, drama, history, philosophy, and science. The book is divided into four parts, each with its own set of dialogues. The first part focuses on poetry and includes discussions on the works of Shakespeare, Milton, and Pope. The second part is dedicated to drama and features conversations on the plays of Shakespeare, Moliere, and Racine. The third part delves into history and includes discussions on the works of Gibbon, Hume, and Voltaire. The final part is devoted to philosophy and science and includes conversations on the works of Bacon, Locke, and Newton. Throughout the book, Thomson provides insightful commentary on the works of various authors and their contributions to literature and the arts. Dialogues in a Library is a fascinating and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the history of literature and the arts.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.

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