Nine Essays by Arthur Platt

Originally published in 1927, this book presents a selection of previously unprinted essays by the classical scholar John Arthur Platt (1860–1925).

Arthur Platt (Author), A. E. Housman (Preface by)

9781316601693, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 25 February 2016

240 pages
20.4 x 12.6 x 1.6 cm, 0.28 kg

Originally published in 1927, this book presents a selection of previously unprinted essays by the classical scholar John Arthur Platt (1860–1925). A variety of figures and subjects are discussed, both classical and otherwise, including Aristophanes, Edward Fitzgerald, and the relationship between poetry and science. The text also contains a preface written by A. E. Housman. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Platt and his writings.

Preface
Bibliography
1. Science and arts among the ancients
2. Edward FitzGerald
3. Aristophanes
4. La Rochefoucauld
5. Lucian
6. Cervantes
7. Julian
8. The relations of poetry and science
9. Cambridge prelection.

Subject Areas: Literary studies: general [DSB]