Description

Four English Humourists of the Nineteenth Century is a book written by William Samuel Lilly that contains a series of lectures delivered at the Royal Institution of Great Britain in January and February of 1895. The book focuses on four prominent English humorists of the 19th century: Richard Brinsley Sheridan, Oliver Goldsmith, Charles Lamb, and Douglas Jerrold. Each lecture provides a detailed analysis of the life, works, and style of the humorist, exploring their unique contributions to the field of English literature. The lectures also examine the social and historical context in which these humorists lived and worked, providing a deeper understanding of their significance and influence on the literary landscape of the 19th century.Overall, Four English Humourists of the Nineteenth Century is a fascinating exploration of the lives and works of some of the most important English humorists of the 19th century, offering readers a comprehensive and insightful look into their enduring legacy.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.