“Our sight is the most perfect and most delightful of all our senses. It fills the mind with the largest variety of ideas, converses with its objects at the greatest distance, and continues the longest in action without being tired or satiated with its proper enjoyments.”
Quote by Joseph Addison
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Delphi Complete Works of Joseph Addison (Illustrated)
The Delphi Complete Works of Joseph Addison (Illustrated) is a comprehensive compilation of Addison's extensive body of work. Addison, known for his wit and elegance, is celebrated for his essays and poetry, which often reflect on moral and philosophical themes. This illustrated edition not only presents Addison's texts but also includes visual elements that enhance the reading experience. The collection is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of 18th-century English literature. more
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Joseph Addison
Joseph Addison, born on May 1, 1672, and died on June 17, 1719, was an influential English essayist, dramatist, and poet. He is known for his elegant prose style and his co-authorship of the magazine 'The Spectator' with Richard Steele. more
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