Characters And Criticisms: A Book Of Miscellanies (1865)

Characters and Criticisms: A Book of Miscellanies is a collection of essays and literary criticism by James Hannay, originally published in 1865. The book features a variety of topics, including reviews of contemporary literature, biographical sketches of famous authors, and reflections on the state of the literary world in the mid-19th century.Hannay's writing style is characterized by his wit and humor, as well as his keen observations of human behavior and society. He offers insightful critiques of popular works of the time, including novels by Charles Dickens and William Makepeace Thackeray. He also profiles notable literary figures such as Samuel Johnson, William Wordsworth, and John Keats.In addition to his literary criticism, Hannay also delves into other topics such as politics, history, and culture. He provides commentary on the American Civil War and the state of British politics, as well as reflections on the changing social norms of Victorian society.Overall, Characters and Criticisms: A Book of Miscellanies offers a fascinating glimpse into the literary and cultural landscape of mid-19th century England. Hannay's lively and insightful writing style makes this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of literature and society.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.