The following book is a collection of essays written by Samuel Butler. He was an English novelist and critic, best known for the satirical utopian novel 'Erewhon' and the semi-autobiographical novel 'The Way of All Flesh'. The book also serves as an introduction to Butler's life in general. Featured essays in this book include 'The Humour of Homer', 'Ramblings in Cheapside', and 'The Aunt, the Nieces, and the Dog'.