“It is a very melancholy reflection that men are usually so weak that it is absolutely necessary for them to know sorrow and pain to be in their right senses.”
Quote by Richard Steele
Work
The Spectator: With Notes, and a General Index
This volume presents the complete run of The Spectator, the renowned daily publication originally issued by Joseph Addison and Richard Steele from 1711 to 1712, which helped shape English essay writing and social commentary. The edition includes scholarly notes that clarify historical references, literary allusions, and contextual details, as well as a general index to facilitate navigation of the essays, characters, and topics discussed. The work reflects the periodical's aim to bring philosophy and moral reflection out of libraries and into the conversation of polite society. more
Author
Richard Steele
Richard Steele was an influential British writer of the 18th century, known for his contributions to drama, literature, and public life. He passed away on September 1, 1729. Steele is celebrated for his role in founding 'The Spectator', a significant platform for literary and public discourse of his time. more
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