A Collection of Emblemes, Ancient and Moderne : Quickened With Metrical Illustrations, Both Morall and Divine, Etc.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Wither, George, 1588-1667

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Collection of Emblemes, Ancient and Moderne" by George Wither is a literary compilation of moral and divine illustrations written in the early 17th century. This work presents a series of emblems that combine visual art with poetic commentary, aiming to instruct and entertain the reader through vivid imagery and moral lessons. Wither's intention is to provide both beauty and wisdom, engaging the reader in reflections on virtue, vice, and the complexities of human experience. The opening of the collection introduces the author's thoughts on the nature of his work, emphasizing the intention behind these emblems. Wither acknowledges imperfections in the printing and engraving of the illustrations, but reassures readers that they may find valuable insights despite any flaws. He positions the emblems and their accompanying verses as engaging tools that can prompt reflection and moral contemplation, suggesting that even simple pleasures can lead to deeper understanding. This initial section sets a tone of humility and earnestness, framing the emblems as playful yet meaningful explorations of ethics and virtue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Chris Curnow, Chris Jordan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net with transcriptions from Stephen Rowland and Louise Hope

Notes:

Reading ease score: 69.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2015-10-06