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Born Under Saturn: A Biography Of William Hazlitt

Born Under Saturn: A Biography Of William Hazlitt

MacLean, Catherine MacDonald

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Literary FiguresLiterary CriticismFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1163134961
ISBN13: 9781163134962
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 656
Weight: 1.90
Height: 1.32 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Born Under Saturn: A Biography Of William Hazlitt is a comprehensive account of the life and work of the renowned English essayist and literary critic, William Hazlitt. Written by Catherine MacDonald MacLean, the book offers a detailed exploration of Hazlitt's personal and professional life, tracing his literary career from his early days as a struggling writer to his emergence as one of the most influential figures in English literature.The book begins by providing a detailed account of Hazlitt's childhood and family background, exploring the various influences that shaped his early life and intellectual development. It then goes on to chart his early career as a journalist and writer, examining his early works and the impact they had on the literary scene of the time.As the book progresses, MacLean delves deeper into Hazlitt's personal life, exploring his relationships with family, friends, and lovers, as well as his struggles with depression and mental illness. She also provides a detailed analysis of his major works, including his essays on literature, art, and politics, as well as his biographical and critical writings.Throughout the book, MacLean offers a nuanced and insightful portrait of Hazlitt as a complex and multifaceted figure, one whose life and work continue to fascinate and inspire readers today. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources and archival materials, she provides a rich and detailed account of Hazlitt's life and legacy, shedding new light on this important figure in English literary history.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.

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