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The Spirit of the Public Journals is a collection of witty and entertaining essays and articles that reflect the tastes and attitudes of the British reading public in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. With contributions from some of the most famous...

Ce livre est une collection d'essais écrits par Lambert Sauveur. Il porte sur des sujets variés tels que la littérature, la philosophie et l'histoire. Ce livre est destiné à tous ceux qui s'intéressent à la culture française.This work has been selected...

Arthur Latham Perry's 'Miscellanies' is a collection of essays, reviews, and other writings on a wide range of topics, from poetry to politics to philosophy. Blending erudition with wit and a keen sense of observation, this book is a delightful read that...

One of the most famous literary figures of the Romantic era, Thomas De Quincey was a master of the essay form. This collection brings together some of De Quincey's most celebrated works, including his famous autobiographical Confessions of an English...

John Dryden was one of the leading literary figures of the seventeenth century, best known for his poems, plays, and prose works. This collection of essays, edited by Charles Duke Yonge and originally published in 1875, provides a comprehensive overview...

Francis Bacon's famous collection of essays is presented in this volume, edited and with annotations by Edwin Abbott Abbott.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we...

Shelburne Essays is a collection of essays by Paul Elmer More. These essays cover a wide range of topics, including literature, philosophy, religion, and politics. They are written in a clear and thoughtful style that is both engaging and insightful...

A collection of essays on a variety of subjects, this book contains works by the English theologian and antiquary John Jortin, many of which were previously unpublished. The subjects covered range from literature and philosophy to history and theology...

Thomas De Quincey was an English essayist and literary critic. This volume collects his major works, including Confessions of an English Opium-Eater and On Murder Considered as One of the Fine Arts. De Quincey's writing is characterized by its...

As one of the most important literary figures of the late Victorian era, William Ernest Henley left an indelible mark on English literature. This collected edition of his works, edited and with an introduction by Robert Louis Stevenson, includes Henley's...

Founded in 1836 by the famous Irish writer and scholar Nicholas Patrick Wiseman, The Dublin Review is one of the oldest and most respected literary magazines in the English-speaking world. Featuring articles on literature, history, religion, and culture,...

A seminal collection of essays from the nineteenth-century cultural and political journal, featuring contributions from some of the most important thinkers and writers of the day. With its wide-ranging perspectives and sophisticated analysis, this book...

This book is a collection of essays and sketches depicting the life of a busy barrister in the early 20th century. From courtroom dramas to humorous anecdotes, these writings offer a unique glimpse into the legal profession and the social milieu of the...

Read some of the finest critical writing of the 19th century with this collection of essays by acclaimed author and historian Thomas Babington Macaulay. From literary criticism to political analysis, these essays offer a unique perspective on the...

This haunting and beautifully written book explores the theme of death from a variety of angles. From personal reflections on the loss of loved ones to philosophical musings on the nature of mortality, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in...

Una raccolta di brani letterari di grande valore, adatta a tutti coloro che amano riflettere in solitudine. Tra i testi presenti, si possono trovare passi di autori come Montaigne, La Bruyère e Mme de Sévigné.This work has been selected by scholars as...

Una obra maestra a menudo considerada la cumbre literaria del autor ecuatoriano Juan Montalvo, El Cosmopolita es una colección de ensayos inteligentes e ingeniosos, que abordan temas sociales y políticos. Este libro es un libro clásico en la literatura...

Gestern und Heute is a poignant collection of essays by Austrian writer Alfred Polgar. These insightful reflections on life, love, society, and human nature are written with a style and wit that is as relevant today as it was when they were first...

Dans ce recueil de mélanges historiques et littéraires, Abel-François Villemain offre une collection d'essais et de discours sur une variété de sujets, allant de la poésie à l'histoire de France. Ses écrits sont marqués par une grande érudition et une...

Ce livre est une collection de chroniques et d'essais sur les grands humoristes français, du Moyen Âge à l'époque moderne. Francis Carco dresse un portrait vivant et informatif de ces comédiens talentueux, en mettant en lumière leur technique, leur style...

In this installment of his Little Journeys series, Hubbard takes us on a tour of the life and world of Jane Austen. This charming and insightful book is a great introduction to the life and works of one of the greatest novelists of all time.This work has...

Dieser achte Band der gesammelten Schriften von Friedrich Wilhelm Dörpfeld enthält eine Sammlung von Aufsätzen und Texten des Autors. Dabei behandelt er Themen aus verschiedenen Bereichen der Geisteswissenschaften und seine Texte zeichnen sich durch hohe...

A collection of essays and articles by Arthur Buies, a French Canadian journalist and writer. The pieces in this volume cover a wide range of topics, including literature, politics, and current events, and offer insight into the cultural and intellectual...

The Forum is a collection of thought-provoking essays written by prominent personalities from various fields. Subjects discussed include science, politics, literature, art, culture, and many more. This book gives a glimpse into the intellectual landscape...

Dieser zwölfte Band der Schriften von Johann Jacob Engel enthält eine Sammlung von Aufsätzen und Essays über verschiedene Themen wie Ästhetik, Literatur, Geschichte und Wissenschaft. Engel war ein einflussreicher Schriftsteller und Publizist des 18...

This book contains a collection of essays by three prominent British scholars - Edward Byles Cowell, Henry Thomas Colebrooke, and Thomas Edward Colebrooke. The essays cover a range of topics from literature and philosophy to law and culture. A...

A collection of essays by the renowned author Washington Irving, offering humorous and insightful musings on a variety of topics, including the Hudson River Valley, rural life in New York, and Dutch culture.This work has been selected by scholars as...

Leigh Hunt's The Indicator is a collection of essays that were published in the early 19th century. These essays encompass a wide variety of topics, ranging from literature and art to politics and society. The Indicator provides a fascinating glimpse...

This collection of essays by renowned French philosopher Michel de Montaigne offers a fascinating insight into the mind of a Renaissance thinker. Written in the 16th century, these timeless pieces cover a range of topics such as love, friendship, and the...

This definitive collection of the works of Ralph Waldo Emerson offers insight into the mind and heart of one of America's most beloved writers and philosophers. With works ranging from essays and poems to lectures and letters, this book is a testament to...

John Fiske was a prominent American historian, philosopher, and writer. This collection of his miscellaneous writings offers readers a glimpse into Fiske's mind and his diverse interests that range from spiritualism to evolution. This work is an...

A collection of essays and sketches by the notable British journalist and literary critic Edmund J Armstrong, offering a window into the intellectual and cultural milieu of 19th century England. With insightful commentary on a wide range of topics, this...

This collection of essays by the celebrated English historian and politician covers a wide variety of topics, from literary criticism to political commentary. Macaulay's erudition and sparkling prose make this volume a true delight to read.This work has...

Founded in 1809, The Quarterly Review was one of the most influential literary magazines of the 19th century. Featuring essays, articles, and reviews by some of the period's most distinguished writers and thinkers, this collection provides a fascinating...

A noted diplomat, writer, and social reformer, Laurence Oliphant is best known for his travels to the Holy Land and his efforts to promote Jewish immigration to Palestine. This collection of his essays and sketches showcases his wit, erudition, and...

This book is a collection of the works of Sir Thomas Browne, one of the greatest English writers of the 17th century. It includes his major works, including Religio Medici, Pseudodoxia Epidemica, and Hydriotaphia, as well as a selection of his letters...

This collection of works by William Hazlitt includes his memoirs of English playwright and author Thomas Holcroft, his celebrated essay Liber Amoris, and his book Characteristics which offers insight into literary and philosophical topics of the time...

Isaac Disraeli, father of British prime minister Benjamin Disraeli, delves into a wide range of literary curiosities in this fascinating book. He covers topics such as the history of printing, the origins of various literary genres, the lives of famous...

This volume contains Emerson's reflections on his visits to England in the 19th century, exploring the national character and cultural differences between the two countries. Emerson was a leading figure in the transcendentalist movement.This work has...

Robert Lynd's collection of essays provides a witty and insightful take on various aspects of British society and culture in the early 20th century. It is a must-read for fans of the essay genre.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

This book is a collection of essays and poems on the theme of friendship, written by women for women. The pieces are heartfelt and offer insights into the joys and challenges of female friendship in the 19th century.This work has been selected by...

Découvrez l'histoire passionnante des proverbes, adages, aphorismes et sentences qui reflètent les mœurs, les usages de l'esprit et la morale des peuples anciens et modernes à travers les siècles. Les remarques critiques et les anecdotes ajoutent une...

This thought-provoking collection of essays tackles a wide range of issues concerning American politics, culture, and society. Featuring contributions from some of the leading intellectuals of the day, The Forum offers a fascinating glimpse into the...

This book offers a unique perspective on the world of books and reading. With a focus on the moral and intellectual aspects of literature, Wesson provides a wide-ranging survey of the most important works of the past 50 years. From history and philosophy...

This collection of essays and articles from the mid-19th century offers a fascinating glimpse into the social, cultural, and political issues of the era. Featuring contributions from luminaries such as Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau, The...

Get ready for a lively debate with this anthology of essays from some of the most notable journalists and writers of the early 20th century. Covering a wide range of topics, from politics to literature to architecture, these thought-provoking pieces will...