This 1923 collection opens with a passage from an old book of improving anecdotes about a sentimental Egyptian pasha and goes on from there. Belloc writes on an educational reform, kind hearts and coronets, mumbo-jumbo, footnotes, the city of Treves and a few kind words to Mammon, mixing mischief, learning and argument.
Belloc in light, contrary form, for anyone who enjoys the English essay at its most conversational. Download the free EPUB.