Stray Papers (1876)

Stray Papers is a collection of essays and articles written by John Ormsby and published in 1876. The book covers a range of topics, including literature, history, politics, and religion. Ormsby was a prolific writer and translator, best known for his English translation of Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes. In Stray Papers, he showcases his wide-ranging interests and knowledge, offering insights into subjects as diverse as Shakespeare, the Spanish Inquisition, and the American Civil War. The essays are written in a clear and engaging style, making them accessible to a general audience. Overall, Stray Papers provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of a 19th-century intellectual and offers valuable insights into the cultural and intellectual landscape of the time.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.