Modern Characteristics

Modern Characteristics: A Series Of Short Essays From The Saturday Review (1865) is a collection of essays written by John Morley, a prominent British journalist and politician of the 19th century. The book contains a series of short essays that were originally published in The Saturday Review, a popular literary and political magazine of the time.The essays in this book cover a wide range of topics, including literature, politics, society, and culture. Morley uses his sharp wit and keen observations to provide insightful commentary on the issues of his day. He critiques the prevailing attitudes and beliefs of Victorian society, and offers his own perspective on what he sees as the modern characteristics of the age.Some of the essays in the book are focused on specific literary figures, such as Charles Dickens and George Eliot, while others explore broader cultural trends and movements. Morley's writing is characterized by its clear and concise style, as well as its incisive analysis of the issues he addresses.Overall, Modern Characteristics: A Series Of Short Essays From The Saturday Review (1865) is a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual and cultural landscape of Victorian England. It provides a valuable perspective on the social and political issues of the time, and offers insights that are still relevant today.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.