De sublimitate libellus

<p><i>De sublimitate libellus</i> commonly known as On the Sublime is an influential work of literary criticism attributed to Longinus (1st century CE). This treatise explores the concept of the sublime in writing identifying its sources and analyzing its effects on the reader. Longinus emphasizes the importance of elevated thought passionate emotion and skillful use of rhetoric in achieving sublimity. </p> <p>This edition edited by Otto Jahn (1813-1869) provides a valuable resource for scholars and students interested in classical literature rhetoric and aesthetics. On the Sublime remains a cornerstone of literary theory offering timeless insights into the power and artistry of language.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>