“Must one rash word, the infirmity of age, throw down the merit of my better years?”
Quote by Joseph Addison
Work
The Works of the Right Honourable Joseph Addison: Poems on several occasions. Poemata. Dialogues upon the usefulness of ancient medals, especially in relation to the Latin and Greek poets. Remarks on several parts of Italy, in the years 1701, 1702, 1703
This comprehensive volume includes Addison's poems on various occasions, dialogues that explore the significance of ancient medals in relation to Latin and Greek poetry, and his observations on different regions of Italy during the years 1701 to 1703. more
Author
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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