The Spirit of the Age; Or, Contemporary Portraits (eBook, ePUB) - Hazlitt, William
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In 'The Spirit of the Age; Or, Contemporary Portraits', William Hazlitt takes a closer look at the prominent figures of the early 19th century, examining their characters, accomplishments, and influence on society. Hazlitt's literary style is characterized by insightful analysis, keen observation, and sharp wit, making this book a compelling read for those interested in biographical sketches and cultural criticism. Written during the Romantic period, this book captures the spirit of the age with its emphasis on individualism and creativity. Hazlitt's portraits offer a nuanced perspective on…mehr

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In 'The Spirit of the Age; Or, Contemporary Portraits', William Hazlitt takes a closer look at the prominent figures of the early 19th century, examining their characters, accomplishments, and influence on society. Hazlitt's literary style is characterized by insightful analysis, keen observation, and sharp wit, making this book a compelling read for those interested in biographical sketches and cultural criticism. Written during the Romantic period, this book captures the spirit of the age with its emphasis on individualism and creativity. Hazlitt's portraits offer a nuanced perspective on famous authors, politicians, and artists of the time, shedding light on their personal quirks and literary contributions. Through his engaging narratives, Hazlitt paints a vivid picture of the intellectual and artistic landscape of his era. William Hazlitt, a renowned essayist and critic, was known for his insightful commentary on literature, politics, and society. His keen observations and passionate writing style set him apart as a prominent figure in Romantic-era literature. With 'The Spirit of the Age', Hazlitt showcases his talent for capturing the essence of his contemporaries with depth and precision. I recommend this book to readers interested in exploring the cultural milieu of the early 19th century through the lens of a perceptive and eloquent commentator.
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William Hazlitt (10 April 1778 - 18 September 1830) was an English essayist, drama and literary critic, painter, social commentator, and philosopher. He is now considered one of the greatest critics and essayists in the history of the English language,[1][2] placed in the company of Samuel Johnson and George Orwell.[3][4] He is also acknowledged as the finest art critic of his age.[5] Despite his high standing among historians of literature and art, his work is currently little read and mostly out of print.[6][7] During his lifetime he befriended many people who are now part of the 19th-century literary canon, including Charles and Mary Lamb, Stendhal, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, William Wordsworth, and John Keats. The family of Hazlitt's father were Irish Protestants who moved from the county of Antrim to Tipperary in the early 18th century. Also named William Hazlitt, Hazlitt's father attended the University of Glasgow (where he was taught by Adam Smith),[9] receiving a master's degree in 1760. Not entirely satisfied with his Presbyterian faith, he became a Unitarian minister in England. In 1764 he became pastor at Wisbech in Cambridgeshire, where in 1766 he married Grace Loftus, daughter of a recently deceased ironmonger. Of their many children, only three survived infancy. The first of these, John (later known as a portrait painter), was born in 1767 at Marshfield in Gloucestershire, where the Reverend William Hazlitt had accepted a new pastorate after his marriage. In 1770, the elder Hazlitt accepted yet another position and moved with his family to Maidstone, Kent, where his first and only surviving daughter, Margaret (usually known as "Peggy"), was born that same yea