Thomas Baker's 'The Fine Lady's Airs' (1709) is a captivating work of literature that provides a glimpse into the societal norms and values of the early 18th century. Written in a witty and satirical style, the book offers a humorous commentary on the behavior and aspirations of the upper class. Through a series of vignettes, Baker explores the frivolity and superficiality of high society, all while showcasing his sharp observational skills and insight into human nature. The novel's engaging narrative and clever dialogues make it a compelling read for those interested in historical fiction and social satire. Thomas Baker's keen eye for detail and subtle humor shine through in 'The Fine Lady's Airs', making it a standout example of 18th-century literature. His ability to critique societal norms with intelligence and wit cements his place as a notable author of his time. Overall, 'The Fine Lady's Airs' is a must-read for anyone looking to delve into the intricacies of social class and behavior in the early 18th century.

In 'Magazine, or Animadversions on the English Spelling' by G. W., readers are presented with a fascinating critique of the English language and its spelling conventions. The book delves into the phonetic disparities in the English language, offering an insightful exploration of the inconsistencies and irregularities that plague English orthography. Written in a straightforward and incisive style, this work serves as an important commentary on the challenges of spelling in the English language during the early 18th century, shedding light on the linguistic landscape of the time. G. W. demonstrates a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the intricacies of language, making this book a valuable resource for scholars and language enthusiasts alike. G. W.'s background as a linguist and educator likely influenced his decision to address the topic of English spelling, showcasing his expertise in the field and his commitment to improving language standards. 'Magazine, or Animadversions on the English Spelling' is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and evolution of language, offering a thought-provoking analysis of English orthography that continues to resonate today.

This book offers a cultural history of the travels of energy in the English language, from its origins in Aristotle’s ontology, where it referred to the activity-of-being, through its English usage as a way to speak about the inherent nature of things, to its adoption as a name for the mechanics of motion (capacity for work). A distinguished literature deals with energy as matter of science history. But this literature fails to adequately answer a historical question about the rise of the science of energy: How did the commonplace word ‘energy’ end up becoming a concept in science? This account differs in important ways from the history of the word in the Oxford English Dictionary. Discovering the origins and early travels of energy is essential for understanding how the word was borrowed into physics, and therefore a cultural history of energy is a necessary companion to the science history of the term. It is important that modern scholars in a variety of fields be aware that energy did not always have a scientific content. The absence of that awareness can lead to, have led to, anachronistic interpretations of energy in historical sources from before the 1860s. A History of the Cultural Travels of Energy will be useful for those interested in the history of science and technology, cultural history, and linguistics.

A Satyr Against Hypocrites was John Phillips' anonymous poem entered in the Stationers' Register on March 14, 1654-55 as the work of his brother Edward Phillips. It was considered a bitter attack on Puritanism at that time. A Satyr Against Hypocrites, in reality, was regarded a little more than the irresponsible outburst of an immature man of twenty-three who was tired of discipline, dissatisfied in his expectations of political advancement, and furious with the sort of people who had taken over the country but who seemed incapable of appreciating his peculiar merits. In 1661 A Satyr Against Hypocrites was republished as The Religion of the Hypocritical Presbyterians, which was assumed to be no more than an attempt to lure new interest with a title that would appeal to the post-Restoration preference to criticize the strongest of the Puritan sects. It is believed that John Phillips was an unofficial secretary to Milton but, was unable to obtain regular political employment

DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "An Elegy Wrote in a Country Church Yard (1751) and The Eton College Manuscript" by Thomas Gray. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.