The works of Richard Hurd, volume 2 (of 8) by Richard Hurd

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Author Hurd, Richard, 1720-1808
Title The works of Richard Hurd, volume 2 (of 8)
Note Reading ease score: 56.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Works of Richard Hurd, Volume 2" by Richard Hurd is a collection of critical essays written in the early 19th century. This volume contains an examination of poetry and drama, specifically analyzing the nature of universal poetry, its characteristics, and its various forms, including tragedy and comedy. Hurd's work aims to articulate the principles of poetic art and the roles of different genres within literature. The opening of this volume begins with a dissertation on the idea of universal poetry. Richard Hurd articulates that poetry is fundamentally an art form aimed at pleasure, distinguishing it from other literary forms where utility often takes precedence. He discusses how poetry should utilize figurative language and composition that engages the mind's desires. Additionally, Hurd sets the groundwork for understanding the significance of style and fiction in poetry, emphasizing the importance of pleasing the audience through both sound and imagery, which he considers essential to the poetic experience. His reflections indicate a thoughtful approach to the philosophical underpinnings of poetry, preparing the reader for deeper analyses in subsequent sections. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Church of England -- Sermons
Subject Poetry -- History and criticism
Subject Romances -- History and criticism
Subject Dialogues, English
Subject Great Britain -- Civilization -- 17th century
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EBook-No. 53012
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jul 2, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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