Speculation Or A Defense Of Mankind: A Poem (1780)

""Speculation Or A Defense Of Mankind: A Poem"" is a work of poetry written by Christopher Anstey and first published in 1780. The poem is an exploration of the nature of human existence and the role of speculation in shaping our understanding of the world. Anstey argues that speculation is an essential part of human nature and that it is through our ability to imagine and speculate that we are able to make progress and achieve great things. The poem is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different aspect of speculation and its impact on human life. Throughout the work, Anstey employs a range of poetic techniques, including rhyme, meter, and metaphor, to create a vivid and engaging portrait of the human experience. Ultimately, ""Speculation Or A Defense Of Mankind: A Poem"" is a celebration of the power of the human mind and its ability to shape the world around us.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.