A Book Of English Prose

""A Book of English Prose: Character and Incident, 1387-1649"" is a collection of prose works edited by William Ernest Henley and published in 1894. The book features a selection of English prose from the late 14th century to the mid-17th century, including works by well-known authors such as William Shakespeare, Francis Bacon, and John Milton. The works are organized thematically, with each section exploring a particular aspect of character or incident. The book provides readers with a glimpse into the development of English prose during this time period, and offers insights into the cultural and historical context in which these works were written. Henley's introduction to the book provides additional context and commentary, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars of English literature.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.