| Author |
Addison, Joseph, 1672-1719 |
| Author |
Steele, Richard, Sir, 1672-1729 |
| Title |
Days with Sir Roger De Coverley
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Sir Roger's family -- Mr. William Wimble -- The picture gallery -- A country Sunday -- The widow -- The chase -- The county assizes -- The Spectator's return to town.
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| Credits |
Produced by John Hill, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"Days with Sir Roger De Coverley" by Joseph Addison and Sir Richard Steele is a collection of essays originally published in "The Spectator" during the early 18th century. This work captures the leisurely and whimsical adventures of Sir Roger de Coverley, an archetypal English gentleman, as he interacts with various characters in his countryside estate. The essays explore themes of character, virtue, and the juxtaposition of country and city life, reflecting on human nature and social manners of the time. The book features a series of sketches that revolve around Sir Roger's delightful idiosyncrasies, his interactions with friends such as Mr. Will Wimble, and his deep affection for his household and tenants. Through the narrator's observations, readers gain insight into the Knight’s benevolent character, his humorous encounters, as well as his contemplations on love—particularly regarding a widow who captured his heart—and the various eccentrics that populate his world. Each essay offers a mix of satire, morality, and nostalgia, showcasing life in England's rural context while illuminating the quirky and sincere nature of Sir Roger and his acquaintances. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English essays
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
3318 |
| Release Date |
Jul 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 8, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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