Meridiana

Meridiana: Noontide Essays is a collection of essays written by Herbert Maxwell and published in 1892. The essays cover a range of topics, from nature and the environment to politics and society. Maxwell's writing style is both poetic and philosophical, with a focus on exploring the deeper meaning behind everyday experiences. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on nature and the second part on society. In the first part, Maxwell reflects on the beauty and power of nature, drawing inspiration from the Scottish landscape where he lived. He explores the relationship between humans and nature, and the impact that humans have on the environment. In the second part, Maxwell turns his attention to society, exploring the ideas of progress, democracy, and social justice. He critiques the inequalities and injustices of the Victorian era, and calls for a more equitable and just society. Overall, Meridiana: Noontide Essays is a thought-provoking and insightful collection of essays that continues to resonate with readers 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.