Selections From The Essays Of Elia (1897)

By Charles Lamb

Book Overview

Selections From The Essays Of Elia is a collection of essays by the English writer Charles Lamb, first published in 1897. The essays, originally published in various magazines and newspapers between 1820 and 1833, cover a wide range of topics, from the author's childhood memories to his reflections on life and society.The book includes some of Lamb's most famous essays, such as ""A Dissertation Upon Roast Pig"" and ""Dream Children: A Reverie"", as well as lesser-known pieces such as ""The Old Margate Hoy"" and ""The Superannuated Man"". The essays are written in a witty, conversational style that is both engaging and thought-provoking.Throughout the book, Lamb displays a deep appreciation for literature, music, and art, and often draws on these subjects to illustrate his points. He also frequently touches on themes of loss, nostalgia, and the passing of time, giving the reader a sense of the author's own melancholy temperament.Overall, Selections From The Essays Of Elia is a charming and insightful collection of essays that showcases the wit and wisdom of one of England's most beloved writers.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: 1104464349
• ISBN13: 9781104464349
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.1"