Experience the wit and wisdom of one of England's greatest essayists in this collection of selections from The Spectator. Joseph Addison's writing explores a wide range of topics, from politics and social customs to literature and morality, in language that is both engaging and entertaining. This is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the essay or the cultural landscape of 18th-century England.

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