Literary And Dramatic Sketches (1872)

By J Bell Simpson

Book Overview

""Literary and Dramatic Sketches"" is a collection of essays and reviews written by James Bell Simpson, a Scottish journalist and literary critic, and originally published in 1872. The book covers a wide range of topics, including literature, drama, and the arts, and features critiques of works by famous authors such as Shakespeare, Dickens, and Thackeray. Simpson's writing is characterized by his insightful analysis and his ability to place works in their historical and cultural context. He also includes biographical sketches of notable figures such as Samuel Johnson and William Hazlitt. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of literature and drama, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the critical discourse of the late 19th century.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166026590
• ISBN13: 9781166026592
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 158 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"