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Editor Eliot, Charles William, 1834-1926
Contributor Bacon, Francis, 1561-1626
Contributor Calvin, Jean, 1509-1564
Contributor Caxton, William, 1422?-1492?
Contributor Condell, Henry, -1627
Contributor Copernicus, Nicolaus, 1473-1543
Contributor Dryden, John, 1631-1700
Contributor Fielding, Henry, 1707-1754
Contributor Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von, 1749-1832
Contributor Heminge, John, 1556?-1630
Contributor Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885
Contributor Johnson, Samuel, 1709-1784
Contributor Knox, John, 1514?-1572
Contributor Newton, Isaac, 1642-1727
Contributor Raleigh, Walter, 1552?-1618
Contributor Spenser, Edmund, 1552?-1599
Contributor Taine, Hippolyte, 1828-1893
Contributor Whitman, Walt, 1819-1892
Contributor Wordsworth, William, 1770-1850
Title Prefaces and prologues to famous books : with introductions, notes and illustrations
Series Title Harvard Classics, Volume 39
Credits Leah Moser and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Prefaces and Prologues to Famous Books" edited by Charles W. Eliot, is a collection of literary introductions, prefaces, and prologues from notable works, created during the early 20th century. This anthology compiles pieces that illuminate the thoughts and intentions of authors, providing insights into their literary creations, as well as the historical context in which they were written. The focus is on how these introductory pieces convey the personality and intention of the authors, offering deeper understanding and appreciation for their works. The opening portion of this collection introduces the concept of prefaces and prologues as intimate expressions from authors to their readers, reflecting their hopes, fears, and artistic sensibilities. It emphasizes the importance of these writings not only as gateways to the main texts but also as standalone pieces that may carry significance even after the original works have faded in relevance. By presenting examples from William Caxton and others, Eliot establishes how these introductory statements provide valuable insights into the literary traditions and ideological contexts of their times, setting the stage for the exploration of various renowned texts contained within the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class P: Language and Literatures
Subject Prefaces
Category Text
EBook-No. 13182
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 28, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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