Duncan Wu
William Hazlitt: The First Modern Man
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199588848
- author:
- Duncan Wu
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press, USA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 592
- Dimensions:
- 15.49 x 3.3 x 23.11 centimetres
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
William Hazlitt: The First Modern Man Romanticism marked the beginning of the modern age, and William Hazlitt was its most articulate voice. He possessed an unparalleled understanding of its key figures, politicians, poets, and philosophers. Through his writings, he continues to speak to us about ourselves and our culture. Hazlitt's life was deeply connected to the development of mass media, which now dominates our lives. His livelihood relied on it, and he made significant contributions to political sketch-writing, sports commentary, and essay-form writing. Duncan Wu's biography draws on extensive archival research to shed new light on Hazlitt's relationships with notable figures, including his dealings with Thomas Medwin, Sir John Soane, and Stendhal. This biography offers a unique insight into Hazlitt's life, revealing previously unknown aspects of his interactions with influential individuals. It also features newly translated writings from William Hazlitt, providing a fresh perspective on his thoughts and experiences.
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