Thoughts On Poetry And Its Varieties (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162879222)

""Thoughts On Poetry And Its Varieties"" is a book written by John Stuart Mill, a renowned philosopher and political economist of the 19th century. In this book, Mill explores the nature of poetry and its various forms, including lyric poetry, epic poetry, and dramatic poetry. He examines the role that poetry plays in society, arguing that it has the power to inspire and elevate the human spirit, and that it can be a powerful tool for social and political change.Mill also delves into the mechanics of poetry, discussing the use of rhyme, meter, and other literary devices. He provides examples of great poets from throughout history, including Shakespeare, Milton, and Wordsworth, and analyzes their work in detail.Throughout the book, Mill emphasizes the importance of poetry as a means of expressing and exploring the human experience. He argues that poetry is not just a form of entertainment, but a vital part of our cultural heritage that should be studied and appreciated by all. ""Thoughts On Poetry And Its Varieties"" is a thoughtful and insightful exploration of the power and beauty of poetry, written by one of the greatest thinkers of the 19th century.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Dissertations and Discussions: Political, Philosophical and Historical V1, by John Stuart Mill. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766188752.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Stuart Mill
ISBN-10: 116287922X
ISBN-13: 9781162879222
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 38
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.14lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.08d