The Table-Talk Of Shirley

""The Table-Talk of Shirley"" is a collection of reminiscences and letters from various notable figures of the 19th century, compiled by John Skelton. The book includes anecdotes and conversations with writers such as Thackeray, Browning, and Rossetti, as well as politicians like Disraeli and scientists like Huxley and Tyndall. The title refers to the character Shirley, from Charlotte Bronte's novel of the same name, who is known for her wit and intelligence. The book offers a glimpse into the intellectual and cultural milieu of the Victorian era, as well as the personal relationships and interactions between some of its most prominent figures.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.