Might And Mirth Of Literature: A Treatise On Figurative Language, In Which Upwards Of Six Hundred Writers Are Referred To, And Two Hundred And Twenty

The book titled ""The Might and Mirth of Literature: A Treatise on Figurative Language"" is written by John Walker Vilant Macbeth and was published in the year 1876. The book is a comprehensive guide to figurative language and explores the use of various literary devices such as metaphors, similes, personification, hyperbole, and irony, among others. The author refers to over six hundred writers in the book to illustrate the use of figurative language in their works. The book contains two hundred and twenty illustrations of various figures of speech, which help the reader to better understand and appreciate the beauty and power of figurative language. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of figurative language. The author provides examples from various literary genres such as poetry, drama, and prose, to demonstrate the use of figurative language in different contexts. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all levels. It is an essential resource for students of literature, writers, and anyone interested in learning more about the art of figurative language. Overall, ""The Might and Mirth of Literature"" is a valuable addition to any library and a must-read for anyone who loves literature.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.