Crowned Masterpieces of Literature V4: That Have Advanced Civilization: As Preserved and Presented by the World's Best Essays, from the Earliest Period to the Present Time is a book written by David Josiah Brewer and published in 1908. This book is the fourth volume in a series of books that explores some of the most significant literary works that have contributed to the advancement of civilization. The book is a collection of essays written by some of the world's best writers and scholars, including William Shakespeare, John Milton, Samuel Johnson, and others. These essays provide critical analysis and commentary on some of the most important literary works in history, including the works of Homer, Dante, and Shakespeare.The book covers a wide range of literary genres, including poetry, drama, fiction, and non-fiction. The essays delve into the historical, cultural, and social contexts of each work, exploring the ways in which they have shaped and influenced civilization. Overall, Crowned Masterpieces of Literature V4: That Have Advanced Civilization is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of some of the most important literary works in history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in literature, history, and culture.In Ten Volumes.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.