The Cynosure

The Cynosure

William Pickering

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Ensayos literarios
ISBN:
9781437302356
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The Cynosure is a collection of select passages from the most distinguished writers, compiled by William Pickering and originally published in 1837. The book features excerpts from works by renowned authors such as Shakespeare, Milton, and Byron, as well as lesser-known writers like Thomas Browne and Sir John Suckling. The passages are organized thematically, covering topics such as love, nature, and morality. The book also includes a preface by Pickering, in which he discusses the importance of literature and the role of the reader in interpreting and appreciating it. Overall, The Cynosure is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the literary canon and the enduring power of great writing.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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