Character Writings of the Seventeenth CenturyGood Press, 4. 12. 2019 - Počet stran: 437 Character Writings of the Seventeenth Century is a fascinating collection of literary works from the 17th century that provides a unique insight into the characters and society of that era. The book's style is a combination of essays, letters, and memoirs, giving readers a comprehensive understanding of the characters depicted. The literary context of the book is rooted in the historical and social events of the 17th century, offering valuable perspectives on the mindset of the time. The intricate details and vivid descriptions in the writings make it a compelling read for those interested in historical literature. Various, the author of Character Writings of the Seventeenth Century, has compiled a diverse range of texts to create a rich tapestry of characters from the period. The author's meticulous selection and curation highlight the societal norms, values, and challenges faced by individuals in the 17th century, shedding light on a pivotal moment in history. Various's deep understanding of the time period is evident in the nuanced portrayal of the characters, making the book an invaluable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike. I highly recommend Character Writings of the Seventeenth Century to readers who appreciate historical literature and want to delve into the intricate character portraits of the 17th century. Various's masterful compilation of texts offers a window into the past, providing a captivating journey through the lives and personalities of individuals from a bygone era. |
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... with suggestion of the outward body and its dress as well as of the mind within. But Chaucer owed nothing to Theophrastus. In his Character Writing he drew all from nature with his own good wit. La Bruyère in France STUPIDITY.
... with suggestion of the outward body and its dress as well as of the mind within. But Chaucer owed nothing to Theophrastus. In his Character Writing he drew all from nature with his own good wit. La Bruyère in France STUPIDITY.
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... word, and leaves the rest to imagination. In a word, his religion is fashion, and both body and soul are governed by fame; he loves most voices above truth. A WISE MAN Table of Contents Is the truth of AN AFFECTED TRAVELLER.
... word, and leaves the rest to imagination. In a word, his religion is fashion, and both body and soul are governed by fame; he loves most voices above truth. A WISE MAN Table of Contents Is the truth of AN AFFECTED TRAVELLER.
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... body, and he accounts boldness the chiefest virtue. Above all men he loves an herald, and speaks pedigrees naturally. He accounts none well descended that call him not cousin, and prefers Owen Glendower before any of the Nine Worthies ...
... body, and he accounts boldness the chiefest virtue. Above all men he loves an herald, and speaks pedigrees naturally. He accounts none well descended that call him not cousin, and prefers Owen Glendower before any of the Nine Worthies ...
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... body, not by delicates but temperance; and his mind, by giving it pre-eminence over his body. He understands things, not by their form, but qualities; and his comparisons intend not to excuse but to provoke him higher. He is not subject ...
... body, not by delicates but temperance; and his mind, by giving it pre-eminence over his body. He understands things, not by their form, but qualities; and his comparisons intend not to excuse but to provoke him higher. He is not subject ...
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... body with delicacies, nor excuseth these delicacies by his body, but teacheth it, since it is not able to defend its own imbecility, to show or suffer. He licenseth not his weakness to wear fate, but knowing reason to be no idle gift of ...
... body with delicacies, nor excuseth these delicacies by his body, but teacheth it, since it is not able to defend its own imbecility, to show or suffer. He licenseth not his weakness to wear fate, but knowing reason to be no idle gift of ...
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acquaintance actions admiration affection APPARITOR beasts believes better body Characters charity church clothes comes command commonly conceit conscience court COURT BEGGAR creature dares death delight devil discourse diseases diurnal doth ears eats endeavours enemy eyes face fall false fashion fear fool gentleman give glory goes grace hand happy hate hath heart heaven hold honest honour horse humour ignorance Joseph Hall judgment keeps kind knows labour learning lives look man's men's mind mountebank nature never NICHOLAS BRETON opinion Peter Bales Philip Bliss pleasure poet reason religion SAMUEL BUTLER scholar seldom servant Sir Thomas Overbury soul speaks spirit sure Table of Contents talk Theophrastus things thinks Thomas Harman tongue true truth understanding University Carrier UNWORTHY valour vice Victor Hirtzler virtue walk wears wisdom wise words worse worthy WORTHY PRINCE