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Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Paperback. Previous owner's name inside front cover. PAGES SHOW UNDERLINING AND ANNOTATION THROUGHOUT. Covers show minor shelf wear, rubbing to corners. Binding is tight, hinges strong. AN EXCELLENT READING OR REFERENCE COPY.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day!

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1st edition. Near fine cloth copy in a very good if slightly edge-nicked and dust-dulled dust-wrapper. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description: xiv, 276 pages portrait 25 cm. Subjects: Addison, Joseph 1672-1719 Political and social views. Literature and society Great Britain History 18th century. 3 Kg.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Anthony Collins's 'A Discourse Concerning Ridicule and Irony in Writing (1729)' is a sharp and insightful exploration of satire as a literary tool. This meticulously prepared edition makes available a foundational text on the art of ridicule and its persuasive power. Collins delves into the effective use of irony and satire, offering a critical perspective on 18th-century writing. He examines how these techniques can be wielded for both humor and profound criticism. This discourse provides a window into the literary and philosophical debates of its time, revealing the intricacies of crafting effective satire. A significant work of literary criticism, 'A Discourse Concerning Ridicule and Irony in Writing' remains relevant for its analysis of satire as a mode of political and social commentary. Readers interested in the history of writing, satire, and the enduring power of wit will find this book an engaging and thought-provoking read. It is a valuable resource for anyone studying the art of persuasive writing and the use of humor as a critical lens.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 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.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.

First Edition. Good set in a good if somewhat edge-torn (with some loss) and dust-toned dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Remains quite well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description; two volumes (vols. II: {1792-1798} & III: {1799-1804} only). Notes; Includes bibliographical references and index. Subjects; Piozzi, Hester Lynch (1741-1821). Authors, English 18th century Correspondence. Women authors, English 18th century Correspondence. London (England) Intellectual life 18th century. English literature. Genres; Autobiography. Illustrated. 4 Kg.