02571cam a22003133u 4500 35860 UtSlPG 20260610133822.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Benson, Arthur Christopher, 1862-1925 Essays Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-04-13 The ever-memorable John Hales -- A minute philosopher -- Henry More, the Platonist -- Andrew Marvell -- Vincent Bourne -- Thomas Gray -- William Blake -- The poetry of Keble -- Elizabeth Barrett Browning -- The late master of Trinity -- Henry Bradshaw -- Christina Rossetti -- The poetry of Edmund Gosse -- Epilogue. Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) "Essays" by Arthur Christopher Benson is a collection of literary critiques and reflections written in the late 19th century. The essays focus on various historical and literary figures, exploring their subtleties, inspirations, and philosophical musings. Benson’s work is meant for readers who seek deeper insights into the personalities and contributions of these figures, appreciating the charm and complexity that often accompany their legacies. The opening of the collection sets the tone for Benson's approach, explaining that he has selected essays based on the captivating qualities of the subjects themselves rather than on a cohesive theme. He highlights the nuanced lives of figures such as John Hales and Andrew Marvell, who are portrayed through anecdotes and criticisms that delve into their philosophies and societal interactions. Benson reflects on the intricacies of individual life experiences, suggesting that the true worth of literature often lies in the complex interplay of personality and circumstance, thereby inviting readers to engage not just with the subjects but also with their own perceptions of the literary world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English literature -- History and criticism https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35860 76703 76703