Publisher's Synopsis
The Poetical Works of Addison Gay's Fables and Somerville's Chase is a book that contains a collection of poems by the renowned English writer, Joseph Addison. The book includes two of Addison's most famous works, Gay's Fables and Somerville's Chase. Gay's Fables is a collection of fables written in the style of Aesop's Fables, with each story providing a moral lesson. Somerville's Chase is a poem that describes a hunting expedition and the beauty of nature. The book is a great read for those who enjoy classic poetry and want to explore the works of one of the most influential writers of the 18th century. The Poetical Works of Addison Gay's Fables and Somerville's Chase is a must-read for anyone interested in literature, poetry, or English history.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.
