Essays and phantasies

Essays and Phantasies is a collection of essays and literary criticism written by James Thomson and published in 1881. The book is divided into two parts: the first part contains essays on various topics, including literature, art, and politics, while the second part consists of Thomson's imaginative and fantastical short stories. In the essays, Thomson explores the works of notable writers such as William Shakespeare, Samuel Johnson, and Charles Dickens, and provides his own insights and analysis. He also discusses the role of literature in society and the importance of reading and education. In the second part of the book, Thomson's stories range from the supernatural to the absurd, featuring characters such as a man who becomes invisible, a giant who falls in love with a human, and a talking cat. Overall, Essays and Phantasies showcases Thomson's versatility as a writer and his ability to blend literary criticism with imaginative storytelling. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the literary and cultural landscape of the late 19th century.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.