This collection of essays by British author and scholar Arthur Christopher Benson offers a reflective and introspective look at life, art, and culture. From musings on the passing of time to meditations on the meaning of beauty, the essays convey a sense of intellectual curiosity and spiritual depth that speaks to readers of all ages and backgrounds. A book to savor and cherish.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.