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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
A collection of notable poems from the 18th century, a??Poems of Established Reputationa?? showcases the work of William Cowper, James Beattie, John Armstrong, and Mark Akenside. This volume opens with a??The Art of Preserving Health, a?? a didactic poem exploring the relationship between lifestyle and well-being, offering insights into the medical and philosophical thought of the period.
Cowper's contributions highlight his distinctive voice, blending religious sentiment with keen observation of nature and society. Beattie's verses reflect the era's emphasis on sensibility and moral reflection. Armstrong's and Akenside's poems provide further dimensions to the collection, creating a rich tapestry of poetic expression that resonates with the intellectual and cultural currents of their time.
This anthology offers readers a glimpse into the literary landscape of 18th-century England, reflecting both its artistic achievements and its engagement with timeless themes of health, morality, and the human condition.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
A collection of notable poems from the 18th century, a??Poems of Established Reputationa?? showcases the work of William Cowper, James Beattie, John Armstrong, and Mark Akenside. This volume opens with a??The Art of Preserving Health, a?? a didactic poem exploring the relationship between lifestyle and well-being, offering insights into the medical and philosophical thought of the period.
Cowper's contributions highlight his distinctive voice, blending religious sentiment with keen observation of nature and society. Beattie's verses reflect the era's emphasis on sensibility and moral reflection. Armstrong's and Akenside's poems provide further dimensions to the collection, creating a rich tapestry of poetic expression that resonates with the intellectual and cultural currents of their time.
This anthology offers readers a glimpse into the literary landscape of 18th-century England, reflecting both its artistic achievements and its engagement with timeless themes of health, morality, and the human condition.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.