1859 The Poetical Works of Joseph Addison; Gay's Fables; and Somerville's Chase. With Memoirs and Critical Dissertations.

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First Edition, Leather Binding, Original Binding, Publishers' Original Binding

First edition. A collection of works, containing: The poetical works of Joseph Addison, a British writer and politician usually remembered alongside his long-standing friend Richard Steele, with whom he founded The Spectator magazine. The fables of John Gay, an English poet and dramatist and member of the Scriblerus Club, who is best remembered for The Beggar's Opera (1728). The Chase, an early eighteenth century poem that serves as an exploration of hunting, blending art and sport while emphasizing the camaraderie and elegance of the chase. Written by William Somerville, an English poet who wrote in many genres. With memoirs of the authors and critical dissertations of each work from George Gilfillan, a Scottish author and poet who was one of the spasmodic poets. Gilfillan was also an editor and commentator.