Reflections on Dr. Swift's Letter to Harley (1712) and The British Academy (1712) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781023068628)

Explore the intricacies of 18th-century English language and literary criticism with this meticulously prepared print republication of "Reflections on Dr. Swift's Letter to Harley (1712) and The British Academy (1712)" by John Oldmixon and Arthur Mainwaring. This volume offers a fascinating glimpse into period attitudes towards language, authorship, and the burgeoning world of literary institutions.

Delve into critical perspectives on Jonathan Swift's correspondence with Robert Harley, a prominent statesman of the era. The text also engages with the concept of a British Academy, providing valuable insight into the development of formal structures for intellectual discourse.

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Author: (John) Oldmixon,Arthur Maynwaring,Louis A. Landa
ISBN-10: 1023068621
ISBN-13: 9781023068628
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Language: English
Published: 03/28/2025
Pages: 38
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.15lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.08d