Publisher's Synopsis
The ""Works of Dionysius Longinus on the Sublime"" is a book that explores the art of writing and the concept of the sublime. Written by Dionysius Longinus, a Greek philosopher and literary critic, the book is a treatise that delves into the idea of perfection in writing and the elements that make a piece of writing truly great.The book discusses the importance of language, style, and structure in creating a sublime piece of writing. Longinus also explores the emotional and intellectual impact that great writing can have on its readers, and how it can inspire and move them.Throughout the book, Longinus provides numerous examples of sublime writing from ancient Greek and Roman literature, as well as from contemporary writers of his time. He also offers practical advice for writers who wish to improve their craft and create works that are truly sublime.Overall, the ""Works of Dionysius Longinus on the Sublime"" is a comprehensive and insightful guide to the art of writing, and a must-read for anyone who aspires to be a great writer.1712. It must be a very unpleasing reflection to anyone who has a just and critical taste of the writings of the ancients to consider how many noble and useful works have been swallowed up in the ocean of time. Of what important value several of them were is to be collected from the character which contemporary authors and others have given to them, a circumstance that serves only to aggravate our pain for their loss. Of all the labors which have suffered or totally perished in this wreck, there are few deserving of more regret than those various tracts of Longinus. Written in Old English.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.
