Essays In Little

Essays In Little

Andrew Lang

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Alpha Editions
Año de edición:
2021
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Literatura: historia y crítica
ISBN:
9789354944017
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A gentle invitation to wander through a London of ideas, manners, and moral vexations. Essays In Little invites readers to think deeply, yet to do so with wit, warmth, and a keen eye for human folly.This Victorian essay collection gathers lucid reflections on art, ethics, and society, offering more than a survey of nineteenth century thought; it is a timeless companion for curious minds. Lang’s approachable judgements and graceful asides render dense argument accessible, turning moral philosophy essays and aesthetic criticism into vivid, readable conversations. For general readers and scholars alike, the volume functions as a literary criticism anthology and an academic study companion-the kind of resource that sustains a school assignment without sacrificing personality or pleasure. The prose pulses with the busy, imaginative atmosphere of British Victorian era London, England, while firmly standing as a reference volume for modern readers.Alpha Editions now reprints this out-of-print treasure, restored for today’s and future generations. More than a reprint, it is a collector’s item and a cultural treasure, a complete edition overview that supports both casual exploration and serious study. Those who love classic literature will savour Lang’s lucid judgments and humane sensibilities; those collecting British Victorian-era works will prize its historic resonance. A genuine bridge between past and present, this is a must-have for fans of victorian essay collection and nineteenth century essays alike.

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