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Book Review on The Essays of Elia The Essays of Elia was published in 1823,which is considered as one of the most accomplished pieces of work ever created by Charles Lamb.The book recounts the normal but colorful daily routines as well as the author’s profound thoughts into life,which is expressed in a humorous tone and full of his sincere feelings. The collection of the exquisite essays is composed of six chapters,referring to six different experiences of the writer. The story begins with the vivid and imaginative inative description of an old china,then starts a discussion of whether it’s superior material condition that contributes to the happiness in life or not.In the next chapter,Mackery End in Hertordshire,the writer introduces the housekeeper,Bridget Elia,and the experience with her of visiting a relative.Then the writer talks about the new year eve and extend to his personal feelings and opinions on time and life. The chapter four,which relates his vacation on Oxfords,introduces the Oxford university and his early experience in school.The last essay,named The old Margate hoy,shows the writer’s bias on the coastal landscapes. The book reflects the writer’s great temperament and interest in daliy life.As a collection of essays,it is incredibly gripping and successfully hod my attention.The way the writer observe and experience the world astonish me where seemingly trivial things are blossoming in radiant splendor and ordinary life is no more ordinary but colorful and vibrant.On the other hand,the writer combines the discussion in depth and minute descriptions,by which his cerebral idea can be expressed.In conclusion,the writer tries to show us:beauty is in life,if only we can observe;profound truth is in life,if only we think.