Ignorant Essays (1888)

Ignorant Essays is a collection of essays written by Richard Dowling and published in 1888. The essays cover a wide range of topics, from politics and society to literature and philosophy. The title of the book is a reference to the author's belief that he is ignorant on many of these subjects, despite his attempts to write about them. In the essays, Dowling offers his opinions on various issues, often in a humorous and satirical tone. He is critical of politicians and the political system, and argues for greater individual freedom and responsibility. He also discusses the role of literature and the arts in society, and the importance of education and intellectual development. Despite the title, Dowling's essays are not truly ignorant. They are well-informed and thoughtful, and reflect a deep understanding of the issues he writes about. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the mind of a 19th-century intellectual, and a reminder that many of the issues we face today have been debated and discussed for centuries.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.