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Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin was one of the most dynamic figures in early American history, publishing ""Poor Richard's Almanac"" as well as several other works. When not writing or editing, …
George Gordon, Lord Byron
Lord Byron has been called a vital embodiment of post-Renaissance poetry. His work is that of a proud individualist asserting the primacy of instinct through agonized …
Geoffrey Chaucer
Fourteenth-century author, poet, and civil servant Geoffrey Chaucer has delighted readers through the ages with his colorful tales filled with humanity, grace, and strength. He is …
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Ralph Waldo Emerson was a key figure of the American Renaissance of the mid-19th century. His essay ""Nature"" is considered one of the most influential works in American history, …
The Brontes
Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Bronte left an indelible mark on the literature of their age. Collectively, their novels give voice to often-isolated individuals who struggle to be …
Mary Shelley
Mary Shelley's ""Frankenstein"", a story she wrote at the age of 19, is still a popular tale to this day, remarkable not only for its striking plot but also its Romantic elements. …
Jonathan Swift
Best known as the author of ""Gulliver's Travels"", Jonathan Swift is one of literature's great satirists. Born and educated in Ireland, Swift became a politician and clergyman in …
William Blake
William Blake is known as one of the 19th century's greatest poets and prophets of the imagination. This volume examines his poetry, including ""Jerusalem"", ""Milton"", and ""The …
Charles Dickens
Few writers have captured the essence of 19th-century London the way Charles Dickens has. A master of extreme situations, Dickens is known for his colorful and often seedy …
George Eliot
George Eliot is perhaps most appreciated for her ability to synthesize moral and aesthetic concerns. She has been compared to Shakespeare and Dante in her role as a moral …