The Cynosure is a collection of select passages from the most distinguished writers, compiled by William Pickering and originally published in 1837. The book features excerpts from works by renowned authors such as Shakespeare, Milton, and Byron, as well as lesser-known writers like Thomas Browne and Sir John Suckling. The passages are organized thematically, covering topics such as love, nature, and morality. The book also includes a preface by Pickering,...
Related Subjects
History Literary Literary Criticism & Collections Literature Literature & Fiction Reference