The Seasons, And The Castle Of Indolence
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: James Thomson
Binding: Hardback
Published: W. Kent & Co., 1859
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Aged and worn boards. Bumping on corners. Rubbing on edges. Cracked hinges. Clean text.
This volume presents two seminal works from an influential 18th-century poet. The Seasons chronicles the cyclical beauty of the natural world, offering vivid pastoral descriptions intertwined with profound philosophical observations on life and morality. Its lyrical verses illustrate the changing landscapes and human activities across the year, establishing a cornerstone of descriptive poetry. Complementing this, The Castle of Indolence offers a masterful allegorical narrative, satirizing the seductive dangers of idleness through its richly imagined setting and characters. This collection showcases a poet's keen eye for nature and his insightful commentary on human nature, making it a vital piece for enthusiasts of classic English literature.
Author: James Thomson
Binding: Hardback
Published: W. Kent & Co., 1859
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Aged and worn boards. Bumping on corners. Rubbing on edges. Cracked hinges. Clean text.
This volume presents two seminal works from an influential 18th-century poet. The Seasons chronicles the cyclical beauty of the natural world, offering vivid pastoral descriptions intertwined with profound philosophical observations on life and morality. Its lyrical verses illustrate the changing landscapes and human activities across the year, establishing a cornerstone of descriptive poetry. Complementing this, The Castle of Indolence offers a masterful allegorical narrative, satirizing the seductive dangers of idleness through its richly imagined setting and characters. This collection showcases a poet's keen eye for nature and his insightful commentary on human nature, making it a vital piece for enthusiasts of classic English literature.