used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
analysisnounUS /əˈnæləsəs/
an investigation of the component parts of a whole and their relations in making up the whole
From this reading It is indeed possible, as some critics assert, that this supposed analysis is purely fictitious.
analyticaladjectiveUS /ˌænəˈlɪtɪkəl/
using or skilled in using analysis (i.e., separating a whole--intellectual or substantial--into its elemental parts or basic principles)
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
appreciationnounUS /əˌpriːʃiˈeɪʃən/
understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It is indeed possible, as some critics assert, that this supposed analysis is purely fictitious.
assertverbUS /əˈsɜːrt/
state categorically
From this reading It is indeed possible, as some critics assert, that this supposed analysis is purely fictitious.
avoidsverbUS /əˈvɔɪdz/
third-person singular of “avoid” — stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
the two together, not just one
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
the act of drawing spatially closer to something
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
an institution created to conduct business
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
CompositionnounUS /ˌkɑːmpəˈzɪʃən/
the spatial property resulting from the arrangement of parts in relation to each other and to the whole
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
conceivedverbUS /kənˈsiːvd/
past form of “conceive” — have the idea for
From this reading It is felt that no other introduction could be more happily conceived or executed.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading It is felt that no other introduction could be more happily conceived or executed.
criticsnounUS /ˈkrɪtɪks/
plural of “critic” — a person who is professionally engaged in the analysis and interpretation of works of art
From this reading It is indeed possible, as some critics assert, that this supposed analysis is purely fictitious.
DecorationsnounUS /ˌdekərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “decoration” — something used to beautify
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
defectnounUS /ˈdiːfekt/
an imperfection in a bodily system
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
detractverbUS /dɪˈtrækt/
take away a part from; diminish
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
without deviation
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
the form in which a text (especially a printed book) is published
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
a person who is older than you are
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
escapesnounUS /ɪˈskeɪps/
plural of “escape” — the act of escaping physically
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
essaynounUS /eˈseɪ/
an analytic or interpretive literary composition
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
executedadjectiveUS /ˈeksəkjuːtɪd/
put to death as punishment
From this reading It is felt that no other introduction could be more happily conceived or executed.
expositionnounUS /ˌekspəˈzɪʃən/
a systematic interpretation or explanation (usually written) of a specific topic
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
extraneousadjectiveUS /ekˈstreɪniəs/
not pertinent to the matter under consideration
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
felicitousadjectiveUS /fɪˈlɪsətəs/
exhibiting an agreeably appropriate manner or style
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading It is felt that no other introduction could be more happily conceived or executed.
fictitiousadjectiveUS /fɪkˈtɪʃəs/
formed or conceived by the imagination
From this reading It is indeed possible, as some critics assert, that this supposed analysis is purely fictitious.
ForewordnounUS /ˈfɔːrwɜːrd/
a short introductory essay preceding the text of a book
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
set up or found
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
Francisco
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From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
GalennounUS /ˈɡeɪlən/
Greek anatomist whose theories formed the basis of European medicine until the Renaissance (circa 130-200)
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
happilyadverbUS /ˈhæpəli/
in a joyous manner
From this reading It is felt that no other introduction could be more happily conceived or executed.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
IllustratedverbUS /ˈɪləstreɪtəd/
past form of “illustrate” — clarify by giving an example of
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading It is indeed possible, as some critics assert, that this supposed analysis is purely fictitious.
initialnounUS /ˌɪˈnɪʃəl/
the first letter of a word (especially a person's name)
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
introductionnounUS /ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃən/
the act of beginning something new
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
a unit of electrical energy equal to the work done when a current of one ampere passes through a resistance of one ohm for one second
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
Jenkins
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From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
justificationnounUS /ˌdʒʌstəfəˈkeɪʃən/
something (such as a fact or circumstance) that shows an action to be reasonable or necessary
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
of or relating to or characteristic of literature
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
modifiedadjectiveUS /ˈmɑːdəfaɪd/
changed in form or character
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
modus
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From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading It is felt that no other introduction could be more happily conceived or executed.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
absolutely essential
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
not any; not one
From this reading It is felt that no other introduction could be more happily conceived or executed.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
plural of “note” — a brief written record
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
operandi
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From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
PaintingsnounUS /ˈpeɪntɪŋz/
plural of “painting” — graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
United States feminist (1885-1977)
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
pedantrynounUS /ˈpedəntri/
an ostentatious and inappropriate display of learning
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
Perrett
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From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
PhilosophynounUS /fɪˈlɑː.sə.fi/
The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. (Triết học, đạo lý nhân sinh.)
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
Photogravurenoun
printing from an intaglio plate prepared by photographic methods
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
Poe'snounUS /poʊz/
possessive form of “poe” — United States writer and poet (1809-1849)
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
a composition written in metrical feet forming rhythmical lines
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
capable of happening or existing
From this reading It is indeed possible, as some critics assert, that this supposed analysis is purely fictitious.
prefacenounUS /ˈprefəs/
a short introductory essay preceding the text of a book
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
presumptionnounUS /prɪˈzʌmpʃən/
an assumption that is taken for granted
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
prosenounUS /proʊz/
ordinary writing as distinguished from verse
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
publishersnounUS /ˈpʌblɪʃərz/
plural of “publisher” — a firm in the publishing business
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
purelyadverbUS /ˈpjʊrli/
restricted to something
From this reading It is indeed possible, as some critics assert, that this supposed analysis is purely fictitious.
purportsnounUS /pərˈpɔːrts/
plural of “purport” — the intended meaning of a communication
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
QuartonounUS /ˈkwɔːrtoʊ/
the size of a book whose pages are made by folding a sheet of paper twice to form four leaves
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
RavenverbUS /ˈreɪvən/
obtain or seize by violence
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
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From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading It is indeed possible, as some critics assert, that this supposed analysis is purely fictitious.
to a small degree or extent
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
required or under orders
From this reading It is indeed possible, as some critics assert, that this supposed analysis is purely fictitious.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading It is indeed possible, as some critics assert, that this supposed analysis is purely fictitious.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
treatisesnounUS /ˈtriːtəsəz/
plural of “treatise” — a formal exposition
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
uncommonadjectiveUS /ənˈkɑːmən/
not common or ordinarily encountered; unusually great in amount or remarkable in character or kind
From this reading Coming from Poe’s own hand, it directly avoids the charge of presumption; and written in Poe’s most felicitous style, it entirely escapes the defect—not uncommon in analytical treatises—of pedantry.
undividedadjectiveUS /ˌʌndəˈvaɪdɪd/
not parted by conflict of opinion
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
uniqueadjectiveUS /juːˈniːk/
radically distinctive and without equal
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
set down in writing in any of various ways
From this reading If any justification were necessary, it is to be found both in the unique literary interest of the essay, and in the fact that it is (or purports to be) a frank exposition of the modus operandi by which “The Raven” was written.
the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose
From this reading The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition The Raven and The Philosophy of Composition Quarto Photogravure Edition Illustrated from Paintings by Galen J. Perrett The Decorations by Will Jenkins Paul Elder and Company San Francisco and New York Foreword The initial intention of the publishers to present “The Raven” without preface, notes, or other extraneous matter that might detract from an undivided appreciation of the poem, has been somewhat modified by the introduction of Poe’s prose essay, “The Philosophy of Composition.”
