The Delphic Theme Of Self-Knowledge In The Literature Of The 16th And 17th Centuries is a book written by Eliza Gregory Wilkins. The book explores the theme of self-knowledge in the literature of the 16th and 17th centuries. It focuses on the Delphic maxim ""know thyself"" and how it was interpreted and used by writers during this time period. The book examines the works of various authors such as Shakespeare, Milton, and Donne, and analyzes how they incorporated the theme of self-knowledge into their writing. The author also discusses how the concept of self-knowledge was viewed during this time period and how it relates to the broader cultural and philosophical movements of the era. Overall, The Delphic Theme Of Self-Knowledge In The Literature Of The 16th And 17th Centuries provides a comprehensive analysis of this important theme in literature and its significance during this period in history.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Delphic Maxims in Literature, by Eliza Gregory Wilkins. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564594238.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.