Critical and Historical Essays: Diary and Letters of Madam D'arblay. the Life and Writings of Addison. the Earl of Chatham. Index

Experience some of the best critical and historical writing of the 19th century with this collection of essays by Thomas Babington Macaulay. Featuring sharp commentary on a range of topics, from politics to literature, this volume includes 'The Life and Writings of Addison', a detailed analysis of the famous writer and politician; 'The Diary and Letters of Madam D'Arblay', a fascinating glimpse into the life of an 18th-century woman writer; and 'The Earl of Chatham', an engaging account of the life of William Pitt the Elder. With Macaulay's brilliant prose and unmatched erudition, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in history and literature.

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