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The Life, Letters, and Writings of Charles Lamb

The volume includes Lamb's letters, essays, and other writings, showcasing his wit, humor, and depth of thought. It serves as a detailed exploration of his personal and professional life, offering readers a glimpse into the mind of a prominent 19th-century writer. more

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Charles Lamb
Charles Lamb

Charles Lamb (February 10, 1775 - December 27, 1834) was an English writer known for his essays and literary criticism. Lamb is celebrated for his unique sense of humor and profound insights into everyday life. His most famous works include 'Elias Ward' and 'The Tales of a Grandfather'. more

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“So near are the boundaries of panegyric and invective, that a worn-out sinner is sometimes found to make the best declaimer against sin. The same high-seasoned descriptions which in his unregenerate state served to inflame his appetites, in his new province of a moralist will serve him (a little turned) to expose the enormity of those appetites in other men.”