Theorists of the Eighteenth Century. Richard Lov
The text discusses the life and works of Richard Lovell Edgeworth, an Anglo-Irish politician and writer. It highlights his contributions to the fields of education, politics, and literature, showcasing his progressive ideas on education and social reform. The book also explores Edgeworth's relationships with prominent figures of the time, including his daughter Maria Edgeworth, a renowned novelist.
By Edward Everett Hale · First published 1884 · Genre: Biography, History, Literary Criticism · 8,864 words
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At the next meeting there was a slight deviation from the absolutely expected. Bedford and Mabel desired to dispense with the regular order of the day, and moved for permission to bring in a new inventor, "invented by myself," said Mabel, -- "entirely by myself, assisted by Bedford. Nobody that I know of ever heard of him before. He is a new discovery."
"Who is he? " asked Horace, somewhat piqued that there should be any one interesting of whom he had not heard even the name.
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Edward Everett Hale
- Date: 1884 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Biography, History, Literary Criticism, Philosophy, Education
- Length: 8,864 words
- Structure: 1 section, 121 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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- Biography — Focuses on the life and contributions of Richard Lovell Edgeworth.
- History — Provides historical context of the eighteenth century.
- Literary Criticism — Analyzes the works and theories of Edgeworth.
- Philosophy — Discusses philosophical ideas and theories of the period.
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eighteenth century · theory · philosophy · education · literature · Richard Lovell Edgeworth · intellectual history · British literature · social reform · scientific thought · cultural analysis · historical context