“Whoever has tasted the breath of morning knows that the most invigorating and most delightful hours of then day are commonly spent in bed; though it is the evident intention of nature that we should enjoy and profit by them.”
Quote by Robert Southey
Work
Sir Thomas More: Or Colloquies on the Progress and Prospects of Society's: With Plates. In Two Volumes
This two-volume work presents a series of dialogues between the historical figure Sir Thomas More and another participant, through which the author examines various aspects of human society, its advancement, and future prospects. Written in the form of colloquies, the book employs a conversational structure to discuss the nature of civilization and societal development. The work includes plates, which are illustrative plates or engravings. The dialogue format allows for the exploration of different perspectives on progress, morality, and the organization of human societies. more
Author
Robert Southey
Robert Southey, born on August 12, 1774, and died on March 21, 1843, was an influential English Romantic poet. Known for his poetry and literary criticism, Southey is considered one of the significant figures in the history of English literature. more
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