Discourse on Criticism and of Poetry From Poems On Several Occasions (1707)

"Discourse on Criticism and of Poetry" by Samuel Cobb is an examination of literature that occurred during the early 1700s. This book is a discussion about poetry and thinks about how judgment affects literature. Cobb, who was known for his intelligence, looks at the parts played by writers and critics in the creation of literature. He takes a look at how poetry has changed and how history affects it. Also, he talks about what makes poetry great and why critics can be harsh about it. Cobb believes that poetry should be understood in a more understanding way and that writers should be able to be creative without judgments.