Interludes being Two Essays, a Story, and Some Verses

"Interludes" by Horace Smith is a diverse collection of essays, a narrative piece, and poetry from the late 1800s. The book starts with an essay that grapples with the meaning and impact of thoughtful critique in society. Smith looks closely at how we judge things, especially art and writing. He wonders if being too quick to criticize or not knowing what good quality looks like can hurt creativity. He uses examples from the art world to explore how important it is for both critics and audiences to use good judgment in our creative endeavors. The writing encourages readers to think carefully about what they value and how they express their opinions.