Robert Burton
The Anatomy of Melancholy
The Anatomy of Melancholy
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The Anatomy of Melancholy is a seventeenth-century exploration of the human condition by Robert Burton, exploring beauty, digestion, the planets, alcohol, goblins, kissing, poetry, and the power of books. It has fascinated figures such as Samuel Johnson and Jorge Luis Borges and remains an unparalleled examination of the human condition.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 1376 pages
Publication date: 06 July 2023
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Nicholas Lezard, writing for the Guardian, hailed Robert Burton's The Anatomy of Melancholy as the epitome of literary excellence. This intricate and captivating masterpiece, penned by Burton, serves as an ambitious endeavor to dissect and analyze every facet of melancholy, a condition that had plagued him throughout his life. Spanning a vast array of subjects, including beauty, digestion, the planets, alcohol, goblins, kissing, poetry, and the profound healing power of books, The Anatomy of Melancholy has captivated renowned figures such as Samuel Johnson and Jorge Luis Borges since the seventeenth century. It remains an unparalleled exploration of the human condition, showcasing its intricate complexities and boundless diversity. This remarkable work has been meticulously edited by Angus Gowland, providing a valuable introduction to its timeless insights.
Weight: 1222g
Dimension: 152 x 232 x 58 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780141192284
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