The philosopher or essays on various subjects begun at Cambridge, 1738-1741.

1 v. (297 p.) ; 21 x 17 cm.

English

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Manuscript, in multiple hands, of about 36 essays and verse translations on various subjects. The collection begins with an essay titled "Character & Design of the Author," which compares his collection of works to the Spectator, Tatler, and Guardian. In addition to subsequent essays which address such topics as "A Vision on human Life," "Against ignorant Pretenders to Politicks," and a letter "on the present state of the Theatre from Will. Drama," the manuscript also contains verse translations of classical works such as those of Silius Italicus and Theocritus.

August 08, 2005

Philip Yorke, The Philosopher or Essays on Various Subjects Begun at Cambridge. James Marshall and Marie-Louise Osborn Collection, Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Yale University.

Philip Yorke, The Philosopher or Essays on Various Subjects Begun at Cambridge. James Marshall and Marie-Louise Osborn Collection, Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Yale University.