The Press or Literary Chit-Chat: A Satire is a book written by John Hamilton Reynolds in 1822. The book is a satirical take on the literary world of the time, and specifically targets the gossip and rumors that were prevalent in the press. Reynolds uses humor and wit to skewer the writers, publishers, and critics who made up this world, and offers a scathing critique of their behavior. The book is a fascinating look at the literary scene of the early...