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Isaac Bickerstaff Physician and Astrologer
Richard Steele
Casa editrice: DigiCat
Sinossi
Richard Sir Steele's 'Isaac Bickerstaff, Physician and Astrologer' is a delightful foray into the realms of satire and social commentary, cleverly presented through an eponymous, pseudo-autobiographical character. In this episodic work, Steele crafts a fabric of narratives that echoes the wit and intellectual currents of early 18th-century Britain, placing his brainchild amid contemporaneous literary practices like the periodical essay. With a persuasive mix of humor and irony, Steele's eloquent prose challenges readers to discern the nuanced interplay between fiction and reality, underlining the absurdity of credulousness in the face of charlatanism. His mastery over language and form places this work in the rich tapestry of English literature's Augustan Age, marked by its elegance, moral introspection, and satirical verve. DigiCat Publishing's carefully curated edition promises to transpose this legacy into our digital epoch with the dignity it warrants, bridging the historical with the contemporary reader. Richard Steele, knighted as Sir Richard Steele, was a distinguished essayist, playwright, and co-founder of the influential periodical 'The Spectator' with his friend and collaborator, Joseph Addison. His impulse to write 'Isaac Bickerstaff, Physician and Astrologer' is rooted in a keen observation of the society and politics of his time. Steele's endeavors in periodical literature aimed to critique and mold the moral character of his readers, an ambition that permeates the pages of this work. This character-driven satire serves not only as entertainment but also reflects Steele's larger commitment to addressing the vicissitudes of human nature and the follies pervasive in early modern English society. As a genuinely crafted reflection of its era, 'Isaac Bickerstaff, Physician and Astrologer' is recommended for those who cherish the historicity of literature and the transformative power of a well-honed satire. This work invites the reader into the fascinating mind of Richard Steele, cleverly relaying his acute societal observations through an engaging character. DigiCat's rendition offers both seasoned scholars and new explorers of literary classics the opportunity to experience Steele's insightful commentary. Revisiting this work promises not only a window into the past but also a mirror reflecting our own times, revealing the timeless quality of Steele's critique and the enduring wit that makes it a joy to read.
Disponibile da: 16/09/2022.
Lunghezza di stampa: 188 pagine.
