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100 1 _aAddison, Joseph,
_d1672-1719
245 1 4 _aThe Coverley Papers, From 'The Spectator'
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-09-01
508 _aProduced by Tonya Allen, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"The Coverley Papers" by Addison, Budgell, and Steele is a collection of essays originally published in the early 18th century, constituting a significant part of the periodical "The Spectator." The collection focuses primarily on the character of Sir Roger de Coverley, a charming and eccentric country gentleman whose interactions and adventures encapsulate the social dynamics of the time, highlighting the contrast between urban and rural life, as well as moral and social commentary. The opening of "The Coverley Papers" introduces readers to Sir Roger de Coverley, offering a glimpse into his personality as a kind and lovable character, shaped by a past disappointment in love. The narrative begins with an account of the author's aim to share insights about himself and the members of a club that includes Sir Roger. We learn about the Knight's peculiarities, such as his endearing behavior toward his tenants and servants, and his role as a just and amiable landlord. As the essays progress, the unfolding dynamic among club members, including the quirks and wisdom of Sir Roger, promises a thoughtful and humorous exploration of various characters' lives, effectively setting the stage for the social commentary that follows in this notable collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish essays
700 1 _aBudgell, Eustace,
_d1686-1737
700 1 _aSteele, Richard, Sir,
_d1672-1729
700 1 _aMyers, O. M.
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6482
999 _c48504
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