The Tatler, Volume 1 by Sir Richard Steele and Joseph Addison
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Addison, Joseph, 1672-1719
English
"The Tatler, Volume 1" by Sir Richard Steele and Joseph Addison is a collection of essays and articles written in the early 18th century. This periodical, which began publication in 1709, aimed to offer commentary on social manners, public affairs, and domestic life, while also providing entertainment for its readers. It is famously associated with...
of "The Tatler" introduces the concept of a paper designed to engage and enlighten its audience. Steele outlines his goal to serve both as a source of news and entertainment, particularly for women, and presents himself as an astute observer of the human condition. The first articles illustrate various scenes and character sketches from London life, including humorous tales of a lovesick gentleman and theatrical performances, all enlivened by wit and social commentary. As such, the publication seeks to pull back the curtain on the follies and vices present in society, while promoting virtues like simplicity and authenticity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Mary Jones
4 months agoI have to admit, the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. One of the best books I've read this year.
Sandra Harris
3 weeks agoMake no mistake, the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. Absolutely essential reading.
William Allen
2 months agoAfter looking for this everywhere, the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. Thanks for making this available.
Jennifer Torres
5 months agoIt took me a while to start, but the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. I'm sending the link to all my friends.
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Jackson Walker
4 months agoFrom the very first page, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. A valuable addition to my digital library.