The Complete Idler (1905)

The Complete Idler is a book written by Herbert Winckworth Tompkins and originally published in 1905. The book is a collection of essays and musings on various topics, ranging from literature and art to travel and leisure. The title of the book itself is a nod to the concept of idleness, or the idea of taking time to relax and enjoy life's simple pleasures.The essays in The Complete Idler are written in a conversational style and are intended to be both entertaining and informative. Some of the topics covered in the book include the joys of reading, the art of conversation, the pleasures of travel, and the importance of leisure time. Tompkins also shares his thoughts on various literary figures and works, including Shakespeare, Dickens, and Thackeray.In addition to the essays, The Complete Idler also includes illustrations and photographs that add to the book's overall charm. The book is a delightful read for anyone interested in literature, art, or simply the pleasures of living a well-rounded life.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.