The Glory of English Prose Letters to My Grandson

** "The Glory of English Prose" by Stephen Coleridge is a series of letters designed to spark a love for English literature in his grandson, Antony. Writing in the early 1900s, Coleridge embarks on a mission to showcase the splendor and importance of the English language by carefully guiding Antony through a world of esteemed authors and their masterpieces. Beginning with reflections on previously shared letters about the world, Coleridge directs Antony's attention to the art of distinguishing between exceptional prose and the cruder forms of language that are often encountered. Through carefully selected examples from history, literature, prose, and poetry, he illustrates the grace and effectiveness of well-constructed writing, ultimately desiring to inspire a sense of respect for English literature. **