“Affection, like melancholy, magnifies trifles; but the magnifying of the one is like looking through a telescope at heavenly objects; that of the other, like enlarging monsters with a microscope.”
Quote by Leigh Hunt
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The Correspondence of Leigh Hunt
This book presents a comprehensive selection of correspondence from Leigh Hunt, showcasing his literary and personal insights during the Romantic era. The letters reveal Hunt's relationships with other prominent figures of his time, his thoughts on literature, and his experiences as a writer and critic. more
Author
Leigh Hunt
Leigh Hunt was an English poet, essayist, and journalist, born in October 1784 and died on August 28, 1859. He was a prominent figure in the Romantic movement and is known for his literary contributions and social activism. more
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