James Cotter Morison

Gibbon (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

James Cotter Morison's 'Gibbon' is an insightful exploration of the life and work of the famous historian Edward Gibbon. Morison delves into Gibbon's literary style, which is characterized by its meticulous research, elegant prose, and critical analysis of historical events. The book provides a nuanced look at Gibbon's seminal work, 'The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire', highlighting its enduring impact on the field of history and the Enlightenment era. Morison skillfully contextualizes Gibbon's contributions within the broader intellectual landscape of his time, shedding light on the influence of key thinkers such as Montesquieu and Voltaire on his work. James Cotter Morison, a respected historian and biographer, was uniquely positioned to write a comprehensive study of Edward Gibbon's life and legacy. As a scholar of English literature and history, Morison's expertise shines through in his compelling analysis of Gibbon's work and its significance in shaping our understanding of the past. His meticulous research and engaging writing style make 'Gibbon' a must-read for anyone interested in the history of historiography and the Enlightenment. I highly recommend 'Gibbon' to readers seeking a comprehensive examination of Edward Gibbon's life and work, as well as to those interested in the intellectual history of the Enlightenment. Morison's thoughtful exploration of Gibbon's legacy offers valuable insights into the evolution of historical writing and the enduring impact of one of the most influential historians of his time.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 223
• Erscheinungstermin: 5. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664568861
• Artikelnr.: 58757810

Autorenporträt

James Augustus Cotter Morison, an English essayist and historian, was born in London. His father, who had amassed a huge fortune as the inventor and proprietor of "Morison's Pills," lived in Paris until his death in 1840, and Cotter Morison thus gained not just knowledge of the French language, but also a deep affinity for France and French institutions. He was educated at Highgate School and Lincoln College, Oxford. Here he was influenced by Mark Pattison, to whom his receptive personality may have owed a certain over-fastidiousness that defined his entire career. He also met the main English Positivists and became a devout follower of their views. Nonetheless, he maintained a great affinity for the Roman Catholic religion and once spent several weeks in a Catholic convent. Another significant influence shows in the magnificent Life of St Bernard, which he published in 1863, that of his friend Carlyle, to whom the work is dedicated and whose style it is heavily influenced. Meanwhile, he had been a regular writer, first to the Literary Gazette, edited by his friend John Morley, and later to the Saturday Review during its most creative period.

Inhaltsangabe

1. Gibbon's early life up to the time of his leaving Oxford
2. At Lausanne
3. In the militia
4. The Italian journey
5. Literary schemes. The history of Switzerland. Dissertation on the sixth Aeneid. Father's death. Settlement in London
6. Life in London. Parliament. The Board of Trade. The Decline and Fall. Migration to Lausanne
7. The first three volumes of The Decline and Fall
8. The last ten years of his life at Lausanne
9. The last three volumes of The Decline and Fall
10. Last illness. Death. Conclusion.