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Charles Lamb in Essays and Letters
Hardcover
Literary FiguresLetters & EssaysLiterary Criticism
ISBN13: 9781025420264
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 376
Weight: 1.55
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Charles Lamb in Essays and Letters offers a curated selection of the finest writings from one of the most beloved figures of the English Romantic period. Assembled to showcase the breadth of Lamb's wit, pathos, and stylistic mastery, this collection features his celebrated essays-including those written under the pseudonym Elia-alongside a revealing selection of his personal correspondence. Known for his intimate, conversational tone and deep appreciation for the quirks of London life, Lamb's work bridges the gap between literary artifice and personal confession.
The volume captures the essence of Lamb's Elia, a persona through which he explored themes of memory, childhood, and the charms of antiquity with a uniquely gentle humor. Complementing these essays are his letters, which provide a window into his friendships with contemporary literary giants like Samuel Taylor Coleridge and William Wordsworth. These missives reveal the man behind the prose, showcasing his resilience and devotion despite a life marked by personal tragedy. This collection serves as an essential introduction to Lamb's contribution to the English essay form, illustrating why his observations on the human condition continue to resonate with readers and scholars of nineteenth-century literature.
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