Nugae Criticae

Nugae Criticae: Occasional Papers Written At The Seaside By Shirley (1862) is a collection of essays written by John Skelton. The book comprises of various topics such as literature, art, philosophy, and politics. The essays were written during Skelton's stay at the seaside and were originally published in various periodicals. The book is named after the pseudonym Shirley, which Skelton used to publish his essays. The essays in Nugae Criticae are written in a witty and satirical style, and Skelton uses his sharp observations to comment on various social issues of his time. The book is divided into three parts, and each part contains several essays. The first part deals with literary criticism and includes essays on Shakespeare, Milton, and other writers. The second part is devoted to art and includes essays on painting, sculpture, and architecture. The third part deals with political and social issues and includes essays on democracy, the role of the press, and other topics. Overall, Nugae Criticae: Occasional Papers Written At The Seaside By Shirley (1862) is an interesting collection of essays that provides a glimpse into the mind of a 19th-century writer and critic. Skelton's wit and humor make the essays entertaining to read, while his insights into literature, art, and politics make them thought-provoking.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.