( newly updated TOC ) The Harvard Universal Classics, originally known as Dr. Eliot's Five Foot Shelf, is a 51-volume anthology of classic works from world literature, compiled and edited by Harvard University president Charles W. Eliot and first published in 1909. Eliot had stated in speeches that the elements of a liberal education could be obtained by spending 15 minutes a day reading from a collection of books that could fit on a five-foot shelf. (Originally he had said a three-foot sh...

Discover the ultimate collection of classic literature with "The Complete Harvard Classics 2023 Edition". This edition includes all 71 volumes of "The Five Foot Shelf" and "The Shelf of Fiction", featuring timeless masterpieces such as "The Arabian Nights", "Paradise Lost", "Hamlet", and much more. Each volume has been carefully selected to offer an unforgettable reading experience. Additionally, this edition is presented in an easy-to-navigate format that allows you to easily browse the l...

Sir Thomas Browne was a 17th century author who wrote on a wide variety of subjects including medicine, religion, science and the esoteric. He is best known for his work entitled "Religio Medici", or "The Religion of a Doctor", which is Browne's own spiritual testament and an early example of a psychological self-portrait.Published in 1643, shortly after the author had qualified himself to practice medicine, "Religio Medici" became a best-seller throughout the European continent an...

An essential classic from legendary author, Sir Thomas Browne.

The Religio Medici is the apologia of a learned physician who was proud to be a Christian and a member of the Church of England as established by Elizabeth I. He recognized that under Henry VIII the Church in England had been the catholic Church in schism, whereas the Elizabethan Establishment was regarded as heretical by Rome. Yet hew rote courteously about the Pope. Unlike many seventeenth-century Protestants he never described St Peter's successor as 'Balschazar', 'the Man of Sin,' or '...

The seventeenth century writer Sir Thomas Browne was an English polymath and author of varied works, revealing his wide learning in diverse fields, including science and medicine, religion and the esoteric. His most famous work is ‘Religio Medici’, a journal principally concerning the mysteries of God, nature and man, which he described as “a private exercise directed to myself.” It was an immediate success and was soon circulated widely in Europe. Noted for his melancholia tone, Browne’s ...

The Works of Sir Thomas Browne, Volume 1 is a profound collection that showcases the intellectual depth and literary prowess of Sir Thomas Browne, a 17th-century polymath. This volume includes some of his most significant writings, reflecting his curiosity about the natural world, philosophy, and the human condition. Browne's unique style combines scientific inquiry with poetic language, making his works both informative and aesthetically pleasing. His exploration of topics such as religio...

Thomas Browne's Religio Medici is a landmark work in the history of English literature and spiritual reflection, blending personal devotion, philosophy, and natural observation into a deeply contemplative narrative. First published in 1643, this remarkable text offers a unique insight into the mind of a 17th-century physician grappling with faith, reason, and the mysteries of existence. In Religio Medici, Browne presents an intimate exploration of his own religious beliefs, moral reflectio...

"Notes and Letters on the Natural History of Norfolk" is a fascinating work by Sir Thomas Browne, who is renowned for his contributions to literature and science. In this collection, Browne meticulously documents the flora and fauna of Norfolk, showcasing his keen observational skills and deep appreciation for nature. His writings reflect a blend of scientific inquiry and poetic expression, revealing the intricate relationships within the natural world. Browne's unique perspective invites ...

"Religio Medici" is a profound exploration of faith and reason by Sir Thomas Browne, reflecting his personal beliefs and the complexities of spirituality. In this work, Browne delves into the nature of religion, the interplay between science and faith, and the human condition. His eloquent prose and philosophical insights invite readers to ponder the mysteries of existence, making it a timeless piece that resonates with both the devout and the skeptical. Browne's unique perspective encoura...

Thomas Browne's Hydriotaphia, or Urne-Burial (1658) begins from the discovery of ancient funerary urns in Norfolk and expands into one of the great prose meditations on death, remembrance, and human vanity. Ostensibly an antiquarian essay on burial customs, it moves from learned comparison of Egyptian, Roman, and northern rites to a sonorous, baroque contemplation of oblivion. Its style—Latinate, aphoristic, and magnificently cadenced—places it at the crossroads of Renaissance humanism, ea...

This book contains the following works arranged alphabetically by authors last names:- The Divine Comedy [Dante Alighieri]- Emma [Jane Austen]- Persuasion [Jane Austen]- Pride and Prejudice [Jane Austen]- Father Goriot [Honoré de Balzac]- Jane Eyre [Charlotte Brontë]- The Tenant of Wildfell Hall [Anne Brontë]- Wuthering Heights [Emily Brontë]- The Way of All Flesh [Samuel Butler]- Don Quixote [Miguel de Cervantes]...