Art of the Essay

A collection of 87 essays in English by 75 essayists from the l7th century to the present. Includes: a critical introduction, "On Approaching the Essay"; headnotes that situate each essay in an illuminating context;Resources for Readers and Writers, as follows--"Montaigne and the Essay"; "Essayists on their Art"; "Talking about Style."An Instructors Resource Manual to accompany this book is also available.