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More Obiter Dicta
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Literary FiguresLetters & EssaysLiterary Criticism
ISBN13: 9781025853628
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 254
Weight: 0.79
Height: 0.53 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
More Obiter Dicta is a celebrated collection of literary essays and thoughtful reflections by the distinguished statesman and man of letters, Augustine Birrell. Following the success of his previous volumes, this work carries forward the author's signature style of providing obiter dicta-incidental remarks and casual judgments delivered with a blend of wit, urbanity, and deep scholarly affection.
The volume traverses a diverse landscape of literary and historical topics, offering keen insights into the lives and works of famous poets, novelists, and thinkers. Birrell's prose is marked by its conversational elegance, making even the most nuanced discussions of literary merit feel accessible and personal. From reflections on the art of reading to the intricacies of book collecting, the essays serve as a testament to the author's lifelong devotion to the humanities.
As an enduring example of the English essay tradition, More Obiter Dicta captures the intellectual spirit of the early 20th century. It remains a valuable resource for students of Victorian and Edwardian literature, as well as for any reader who finds joy in the quiet contemplation of books and the enduring legacy of the written word.
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