William Hazlitt
William Hazlitt was an English essayist, drama and literary critic, painter, social commentator, and philosopher. He is now considered one of the greatest critics and essayists in the history of the English language, placed in the company of Samuel Johnson and George Orwell. He is also acknowledged as the finest art critic of his age. Despite his high standing among historians of literature and art, his work is currently little read and mostly out of print.
The collected works of William Hazlitt, Vol. 02 (of 12)
Witness a tumultuous life unfold through personal stories, reflecting on childhood struggles and the pursuit of dreams in a world of art and literature.
By William Hazlitt
Characters of Shakespeare's Plays
Explore the complex and fascinating figures in classic tales, revealing the timeless truths about humanity hidden within their dramatic stories.
By William Hazlitt
The collected works of William Hazlitt, Vol. 07 (of 12)
Discover a world of insightful essays dissecting literary styles, human psychology, and the uncharted territories of dreams.
By William Hazlitt
The collected works of William Hazlitt, Vol. 05 (of 12)
Journey through the minds of notable poets, as experienced through a critic's detailed look at the art form and how it stirs the heart.
By William Hazlitt
Winterslow: Essays and Characters Written There
Find out how quiet landscapes and deep conversations spark wisdom in a collection of thoughtful essays.
By William Hazlitt
Table Talk: Essays on Men and Manners
Step into the mind of a 19th-century wit as he contrasts art forms and explores the essence of human experience through insightful observations and personal reflections.
By William Hazlitt
Liber Amoris, Or, The New Pygmalion
Witness a man's descent into emotional turmoil as he battles an all-consuming, unreciprocated love that threatens to unravel his very being.
By William Hazlitt
Lectures on the English Poets; Delivered at the Surrey Institution
Discover how the raw emotions of humanity find their truest voice in the verses of England's most celebrated poets.
By William Hazlitt
The Spirit of the Age; Or, Contemporary Portraits
Journey into nineteenth-century England for an insightful look at the brilliant minds that shaped an age's thoughts and morals.
By William Hazlitt
An index to the collected works of William Hazlitt
Unlock the world of a celebrated author through a meticulously organized guide to his collected works, revealing the depth and breadth of his literary genius.
By William Hazlitt
The collected works of William Hazlitt, Vol. 12 (of 12)
Experience the thrill of the early 19th century through insightful essays that capture a bygone era's social excitement and reflective thought.
By William Hazlitt
The collected works of William Hazlitt, Vol. 06 (of 12)
Discover early nineteenth-century reflections on art, humanity, and the joys of creativity through personal essays and philosophical musings.
By William Hazlitt
The collected works of William Hazlitt, Vol. 11 (of 12)
Explore a brilliant philosopher's unseen essays as he grapples with the nature of thought, challenging famous thinkers and revealing the complex world of abstract ideas.
By William Hazlitt
The collected works of William Hazlitt, Vol. 09 (of 12)
Journey through 19th-century art galleries with a guide who reveals the beauty and emotional power held within timeless paintings.
By William Hazlitt
The collected works of William Hazlitt, Vol. 01 (of 12)
** Witness the dawn of a sharp-tongued writer's journey as he fearlessly dissects art, society, and the very essence of human existence with his trademark wit and critical eye.
By William Hazlitt
Hazlitt on English Literature: An Introduction to the Appreciation of Literature
Discover the sharp and insightful literary world of a brilliant critic as he dissects and celebrates England's greatest writers from centuries past.
By William Hazlitt
The collected works of William Hazlitt, Vol. 03 (of 12)
Explore early 19th-century political thought through fierce arguments for freedom and against oppression.
By William Hazlitt
The collected works of William Hazlitt, Vol. 10 (of 12)
Step back in time and experience captivating literary analysis that examines the power of stories to reveal truths about humanity and society.
By William Hazlitt
The collected works of William Hazlitt, Vol. 08 (of 12)
** Explore laughter and tears in English literature through essays and theater reflections from a brilliant mind.
By William Hazlitt
The collected works of William Hazlitt, Vol. 04 (of 12)
Dive into fierce debates challenging accepted societal norms, advocating for compassion and reform during a time of significant social and economic change.
By William Hazlitt