Essays: on poetry and music, as they affect the mind

on laughter, and ludicrous composition; on the utility of classical learning.

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Author

James Beattie

Publication

1778 - Printed for E. and C. Dilly, in London; and W. Creech, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Language

English

Word Count

138,750 words, Guess

Page Count

555 pages

Identifiers

Internet Archiveessaysonpoetrymu00beat
OCLC Control Number782286
Open LibraryOL23358958M

Subjects

Topics

Poetry Laughter Influence of Music Classical education Music, Influence of History and criticism Poetry -- History and criticism

Other Editions

Essays: on poetry and music, as they affect the mind: on laughter, and ludicrous composition; on the utility of classical learning.Printed for E. and C. Dilly, in London; and W. Creech, Edinburgh1778-01-01

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