The Poetical Works of Alexander Pope (Vol. 1&2): Complete EditionAlexander Pope's 'The Poetical Works' is a collection of poetry spanning across two volumes, showcasing his mastery of the heroic couplet and his witty satirical style. Pope's works are often seen as a reflection of the social and political climate of 18th century England, making him a prominent figure in the Augustan Age of Literature. Through his sharp critiques and keen observations, Pope addresses various themes such as human nature, morality, and the role of the artist in society. Alexander Pope, known for his exceptional poetic skill and enduring influence on English literature, drew inspiration from his own struggles with illness and deformity to create works that continue to resonate with readers today. His ability to blend refined language with satire and social commentary set him apart as one of the greatest poets of his time. I highly recommend 'The Poetical Works of Alexander Pope' to any reader interested in exploring the depths of English poetry and the wit of a literary genius. Pope's timeless verses are sure to captivate and provoke thought, making this collection a must-read for all lovers of classic literature. |
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... LORD BOLINGBROKE. THE DESIGN. EPISTLE I. — OF THE NATURE AND STATE OF MAN WITH RESPECT TO THE UNIVERSE. Of man in the abstract.— EPISTLE II. — OF THE NATURE AND STATE OF MAN WITH RESPECT TO HIMSELF AS AN INDIVIDUAL. EPISTLE III. — OF ...
... LORD BOLINGBROKE. THE DESIGN. EPISTLE I. — OF THE NATURE AND STATE OF MAN WITH RESPECT TO THE UNIVERSE. Of man in the abstract.— EPISTLE II. — OF THE NATURE AND STATE OF MAN WITH RESPECT TO HIMSELF AS AN INDIVIDUAL. EPISTLE III. — OF ...
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... Lord Halifax , Lord Somers , Garth , Congreve , & c . , were at last , in 1709 , printed in the sixth volume of Tonson's "Miscellanies." Like all well-finished commonplaces, they were.
... Lord Halifax , Lord Somers , Garth , Congreve , & c . , were at last , in 1709 , printed in the sixth volume of Tonson's "Miscellanies." Like all well-finished commonplaces, they were.
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... Lord Petre had, much in the way described by the poet, stolen a lock of Miss Belle Fermor's hair—a feat which led to an estrangement between the families. Pope set himself to reconcile them by this beautiful poem—a poem which has ...
... Lord Petre had, much in the way described by the poet, stolen a lock of Miss Belle Fermor's hair—a feat which led to an estrangement between the families. Pope set himself to reconcile them by this beautiful poem—a poem which has ...
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... Lord Bathurst. These two epistles were afterwards incorporated in his "Moral Essays." As far back as 1725, Pope had been revolving the subject of the "Essay on Man;" and, indeed, some of its couplets remind you of "pebbles which had ...
... Lord Bathurst. These two epistles were afterwards incorporated in his "Moral Essays." As far back as 1725, Pope had been revolving the subject of the "Essay on Man;" and, indeed, some of its couplets remind you of "pebbles which had ...
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... Lord Cobham, On the Knowledge and Characters of Man, and an Imitation of the First Satire of the Second Book of Horace. In this last, he attacks, in the most brutal style, his former love Lady Mary W. Montague, who replied in a piece of ...
... Lord Cobham, On the Knowledge and Characters of Man, and an Imitation of the First Satire of the Second Book of Horace. In this last, he attacks, in the most brutal style, his former love Lady Mary W. Montague, who replied in a piece of ...
Contents
AN ESSAY ON CRITICISM | |
PART I | |
503 modesty ver 566 goodbreeding ver 572 sincerity | |
WRITTEN IN THE YEAR MDCCIX | |
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