This is a collection of essays and articles by the English writer Peter Coxe, first published in 1857. Coxe was known for his wit, humor, and erudition, and his essays cover a wide range of topics such as travel, literature, politics, and society. This book is a charming and entertaining read for anyone interested in 19th-century English culture and letters. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.