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""Detached Thoughts On Books And Reading, Being One Of The Last Essays Of Elia"" presents Charles Lamb's reflective and insightful musings on the joys and peculiarities of the reading life. Written with Lamb's characteristic wit and charm, this essay explores the personal relationship between the reader and the written word, delving into the unique pleasures derived from different types of books and the act of reading itself. As one of the final essays penned under the pseudonym Elia, this work offers a poignant glimpse into Lamb's literary sensibilities and enduring appreciation for the world of books. This edition preserves the essence of Lamb's original essay, making it accessible to contemporary readers who seek a deeper understanding of the literary arts and the profound impact of books on our lives. ""Detached Thoughts On Books And Reading"" remains a timeless reflection on the enduring power of literature. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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