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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. "The Seventeenth-Century English Essay" provides a comprehensive scholarly investigation into the origins and maturation of the essay as a distinct literary form in England. Elbert Nevius Sebring Thompson offers an in-depth analysis of the stylistic shifts and thematic evolutions that occurred during this pivotal century, tracing the essay's path from the aphoristic and philosophical musings of Francis Bacon to the more personal and conversational styles that emerged in the later Stuart period.The work explores the various sub-genres of the seventeenth-century prose tradition, including character sketches, religious meditations, and didactic treatises that helped shape the modern essay. By examining the influences of classical rhetoric alongside the unique social and intellectual pressures of seventeenth-century Britain, Thompson illustrates how writers utilized the essay to navigate complex moral, political, and scientific questions. This study serves as an essential resource for those interested in the history of English prose, offering critical insights into the works of prominent and lesser-known authors alike. Through rigorous literary criticism, the book highlights the enduring significance of these early essayists in defining one of literature's most flexible and enduring modes of expression.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 may 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. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781025982106
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