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A Treasury of English Prose is a collection of literary works that were compiled and edited by Logan Pearsall Smith in 1920. The book features a wide range of prose pieces from some of the most prominent writers in English literature, including William Shakespeare, John Milton, Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, and many others. The collection includes a variety of genres, such as essays, letters, speeches, and fiction, providing readers with a comprehensive overview of the development of English prose over the centuries. The book is organized thematically, with sections dedicated to topics such as love, nature, religion, and humor. Each piece is accompanied by an introduction that provides context and background information about the author and the work. A Treasury of English Prose is a valuable resource for anyone interested in English literature and the evolution of the English language.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.