William Godwin: His Friends And Contemporaries V1

William Godwin: His Friends And Contemporaries V1 is a book written by C. Kegan Paul that provides an in-depth look into the life and times of William Godwin, a prominent figure in the literary and philosophical circles of 18th and 19th century England. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Godwin's life and career. The first chapter provides a brief biography of Godwin, tracing his life from his birth in 1756 to his death in 1836. The subsequent chapters delve deeper into his philosophical and literary works, including his seminal work Political Justice and his novels Caleb Williams and St. Leon. The book also explores Godwin's personal relationships, including his marriage to Mary Wollstonecraft, a fellow writer and feminist, and his friendships with other notable figures of the time, such as Samuel Taylor Coleridge and William Wordsworth. Throughout the book, Paul provides insightful analysis and commentary on Godwin's ideas and their impact on the intellectual and cultural landscape of the time. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, literature, and intellectual thought in 18th and 19th century England.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.