Cambridge University Press, 11/19/2015EAN 9781107586161, ISBN10: 110758616XPaperback, 300 pages, 17.8 x 12.7 x 1.7 cmLanguage: EnglishOriginally published in 1917, this book contains a selection from the works of the renowned critic and essayist William Hazlitt (1778–1830). The selection ranges through all of Hazlitt's essays, from The Round Table to the posthumous pieces, taking in a variety of subject matter. Thirteen essays are included, with the first seven being related to drama and literature, the following three to art, and the final three to 'savouring things of the world'. Detailed notes and a biography are also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Hazlitt and his writings.Preface1. My first acquaintance with poets2. On the conversation of authors, I3. On the conversation of authors, II4. Of persons one would wish to have seen5. On reading old books6. On actors and acting, I6. On actors and acting, II7. On a landscape of Nicholas Poussin8. On the pleasure of painting, I9. On the pleasure of painting, II10. The fight11. The Indian jugglers12. On going a journeyNotes.
