Samuel Butler

Samuel Butler: Characters And Passages From Notebooks (1908) is a book compiled by Alfred Rayney Waller, which features a collection of notes, sketches, and observations made by the English author Samuel Butler. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part containing a series of character sketches, while the second part features a collection of Butler's notes on various subjects, including art, literature, science, and philosophy. The character sketches in the first part of the book are based on people that Butler encountered throughout his life, including family members, friends, acquaintances, and public figures. The sketches are often humorous and satirical, and provide insight into Butler's wit and observational skills. The second part of the book contains Butler's notes on a wide range of topics, including his thoughts on the nature of art, the role of science in society, and the meaning of life. The notes are often fragmentary and cryptic, reflecting Butler's tendency to think deeply and critically about the world around him. Overall, Samuel Butler: Characters And Passages From Notebooks (1908) provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of England's most celebrated writers and thinkers, and offers valuable insights into his views on a wide range of subjects.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.