Overview
The Phoenix: Or Lucubrations Of The Nights Of St. John is a book published in 1839 by an anonymous author. The book contains a collection of essays and articles on various topics such as religion, philosophy, politics, and literature. The essays are written in a style that is both erudite and witty, with the author drawing on a wide range of sources and references to make their points. The book takes its name from the mythical bird, the Phoenix, which is said to rise from the ashes of its own destruction, symbolizing the idea of rebirth and renewal. The author uses this metaphor to explore themes of transformation and renewal in both the individual and society as a whole. The book is a reflection on the intellectual and cultural trends of the time, and is a fascinating glimpse into the ideas and debates of the early 19th century. Despite being published anonymously, The Phoenix was well-received by critics and readers alike, and remains a valuable historical document of its era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- ISBN-13: 9781120914743
- ISBN-10: 1120914744
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: January 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.17 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.27 pounds
- Page Count: 84
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