Dialogues Of The Dead (1889)

""Dialogues of the Dead"" is a collection of satirical conversations between famous historical figures who have passed away and are now residing in the afterlife. Written by George Lyttelton and first published in 1889, the book features conversations between the likes of Julius Caesar, Napoleon Bonaparte, Samuel Johnson, and Queen Elizabeth I, among others. Through these dialogues, Lyttelton pokes fun at the foibles and flaws of these historical figures, while also offering commentary on the social and political issues of his own time. The book is a witty and entertaining read that offers a unique perspective on history and human nature.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.