Charles Lamb (1775-1834) was an English essayist, poet, and antiquarian, renowned for his charming, informal literary sketches and a personal style replete with whimsy and insight. Lamb's most lasting literary achievements may well rest on his 'Essays of Elia' (1823), an eloquent collection imbued with his gentle humour and humanity. These essays are reflective of his idiosyncratic approach to wri...