THE TATLER IBD

Sinopsis

'The Tatler,' originally published from 1709 to 1711, stands as a cornerstone of British literary history, marking the advent of the modern periodical essay. Founded by Richard Steele, with significant contributions from Joseph Addison, 'The Tatler' offered readers a blend of social commentary, literary criticism, and news, all delivered with a distinctive wit and elegance. This collection showcases the enduring appeal of these essays, which provide a fascinating glimpse into the social customs, intellectual debates, and cultural trends of early 18th-century England. The essays cover a wide range of topics, from fashion and manners to politics and the arts, offering valuable insights into the lives and concerns of the period. Edited by George Atherton Aitken, this edition ensures that 'The Tatler' continues to captivate and inform readers today.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.