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

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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.