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The Complete Harvard Anthology of the Greatest Works of World Literature - Enriched edition All 71 Volumes - The Five Foot Shelf & The Shelf of Fiction - cover

The Complete Harvard Anthology of the Greatest Works of World Literature - Enriched edition All 71 Volumes - The Five Foot Shelf & The Shelf of Fiction

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Gotthold Ephraim Lessing, Thomas Carlyle, Plato, Charles Darwin, Alighieri Dante, Euripides, Percy Bysshe Shelley, Charles Lamb, Samuel Johnson, John Stuart Mill, David Hume, Joseph Addison, Leigh Hunt, Epictetus, Thomas De Quincey, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Jonathan Swift, Christopher Marlowe, Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm, William Hazlitt, Marcus Tullius Cicero, Daniel Defoe, Aesop Aesop, Richard Henry Dana, John Dryden, Pedro Calderon de la Barca, John Ruskin, Robert Burns, David Garrick, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Izaak Walton, John Bunyan, Homer Homer, Edmund Burke, Plutarch Plutarch, Molière Moliere, Aeschylus Aeschylus, Sophocles, William Makepeace Thackeray, Benjamin Franklin, Pierre Corneille, Jean Racine, Robert Browning, Oliver Goldsmith, John Milton, Aristophanes, Virgil Virgil, Richard Brinsley Sheridan, William Penn, Philip Sidney, Francis Bacon, Adam Smith, Alessandro Manzoni, Abraham Cowley, Ben Jonson, John Woolman, Sydney Smith, Marcus Aurelius, Hans Christian Andersen, George Gordon Byron, Thomas à Kempis, Richard Steele, Thomas Browne, Thomas Babington Macaulay, Miguel de Cervantes, Friedrich von Schiller, Pliny the Younger, Saint Augustine

Maison d'édition: DigiCat

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The Complete Harvard Anthology of the Greatest Works of World Literature stands as a testament to the profound diversity and brilliance of literary expression throughout the ages. This collection compiles an impressive array of literary styles ranging from the classical dialogues of Plato to the romantic verses of Percy Bysshe Shelley, exploring timeless themes of love, reason, morality, and the human condition. Within its pages, readers will encounter the pithy fables of Aesop, the profound tragedies of Euripides, and the incisive wit of Jonathan Swift, providing a sweeping panorama of intellectual and creative endeavors from varied epochs and cultures. The anthology serves not only as a literary treasure trove but also as a crucial cultural artifact, reflecting the evolution of human thought and artistic achievement. Guided by the discerning scholarship of its editors, the anthology gathers luminaries from distinct eras—philosophers like John Stuart Mill and Marcus Aurelius, writers such as Miguel de Cervantes and Charles Lamb, and pioneers like Charles Darwin and Adam Smith. These authors hail from diverse backgrounds, bringing insights from the Enlightenment, Renaissance, Romanticism, and beyond. Their collective voices weave a rich tapestry that enhances the reader's understanding of both the specific themes within their works and broader humanistic discourses. Each piece not only stands alone in its brilliance but also resonates within a larger conversation spanning centuries and borders. This anthology is an indispensable resource for those eager to immerse themselves in the wealth of literary heritage packed within a single volume. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with a plethora of perspectives, experiencing a vibrant dialogue that spans across time and space. Scholars, students, and literature enthusiasts alike will discover a profound educational value in its pages, gaining insights into the myriad ways humanity has sought to understand itself and the world across different epochs. The collection invites readers to not only appreciate the distinct voices contained within but also to reflect upon the enduring dialogue they contribute to the tapestry of world literature.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.
Disponible depuis: 15/11/2023.
Longueur d'impression: 30498 pages.

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