The Minstrel; Or the Progress of Genius: With Other Poems, Many of Which, Including the Translations, Are Now Reprinted From the Scarce Copies, and ... Found in Any Other Edition (Classic Reprint) - Tapa blanda

The Minstrel; Or the Progress of Genius (Classic Reprint)

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and works of James Beattie, a prominent 18th-century Scottish philosopher and poet. The author provides a detailed account of Beattie's personal life, including his struggles as a young scholar, his successful career as a professor, and his tragic family losses. The book also offers insightful analysis of Beattie's philosophical and literary contributions. As a philosopher, Beattie was a vocal critic of skepticism and materialism, and his writings helped to shape the intellectual landscape of his time. As a poet, Beattie is best known for his celebrated work "The Minstrel," which explores themes of nature, virtue, and the human condition. Through a comprehensive examination of Beattie's beliefs, motivations, and achievements, this book sheds light on his enduring legacy as a significant figure in the Scottish Enlightenment and beyond. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9780259297659_0

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