“To realize life in the abstract as noble or beautiful or humane, to set it forth so with radiance upon it, that is civilization in the arts. Shakespeare is the chief modern example of this supreme faculty of mankind.”
Quote by George Edward Woodberry
Work
Collected Essays: The torch and other lectures and addresses
This book brings together a collection of essays and lectures that delve into a range of topics, offering insights and perspectives on different subjects. more
Author
George Edward Woodberry
George Edward Woodberry was an American literary critic known for his research on Romantic literature. His works have had a profound impact on subsequent literary criticism. more
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