Ars Recte Vivendi; Being Essays Contributed to "The Easy Chair"

George William Curtis (1824–1892), an American writer, public speaker, and editor, was an influential literary and cultural figure in the 19th century. Curtis's contributions spanned numerous genres, including essays, travel literature, and social commentary, but he is perhaps best remembered for his role as an editor and essayist for Harper's Magazine. His collection 'Ars Recte Vivendi; Being Ess...