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Pearls of Great Price: or, Maxims, reflections, characters and thoughts, on miscellaneous subjects ... Selected from the works of the Rev. Jeremy Collier by the editor of

This book is a compilation of extracts from the works of the Rev. Jeremy Collier, focusing on a range of topics. The editor has selected and organized these extracts into a coherent volume that offers insights into Collier's philosophical and moral perspectives. more

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Jeremy Collier
Jeremy Collier

Jeremy Collier, an English writer and critic, was born on September 23, 1650, and died on April 26, 1726. He held a significant position in the field of literary criticism in 18th-century British literature with his critical analysis of the works of his time. more

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