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Essays on Men and Manners

This book is a compilation of thoughtful essays that delve into the character traits and societal norms of men, offering insights into the expectations and behaviors of their era. more

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William Shenstone

William Shenstone was an English poet, born on November 18, 1714, and died on February 11, 1763. His poetry is known for its fresh and natural style and its depiction of rural life. more

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Book:Essays on men and manners; with aphorisms, criticisms, impromptus, fragments, etc
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Book:The Works in Verse and Prose, of William Shenstone, Esq;: Essays on men, manners, and things. A description of The Leasowes, the seat of the late William Shenstone, Esq. Verses to Mr. Shenstone
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