Brief Chronicles (1889)

Brief Chronicles is a book written by William Winter and first published in 1889. The book is a collection of essays and articles that the author had previously written for various publications. Winter was a well-known American drama critic and writer, and in this book, he covers a wide range of topics related to the arts and literature.The book is divided into three sections. The first section contains essays on Shakespeare and his plays. Winter was a renowned Shakespearean scholar, and these essays provide insights into the Bard's works, including discussions on the characters, themes, and historical context.The second section of the book focuses on American literature and includes essays on authors such as Edgar Allan Poe, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Walt Whitman. Winter offers critical analysis of their works and discusses their contributions to American literature.The final section of the book covers various topics related to the arts, including music, painting, and sculpture. Winter provides his opinions on the works of famous artists such as Beethoven, Rembrandt, and Michelangelo.Overall, Brief Chronicles is a fascinating collection of essays that provides readers with a glimpse into the mind of a renowned critic and writer. Winter's insights and opinions on literature and the arts are thought-provoking and offer a unique perspective on these subjects.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.