The Smith Of Smiths (Folio Society Edition) Hesketh Pearson

Hesketh Pearson’s “The Smith of Smiths” vividly portrays Sydney Smith (1771-1845), the celebrated English wit, writer, and Anglican cleric whose humor amused figures from Queen Victoria to Abraham Lincoln. Subtitled “Being the Life, Wit, and Humor of Sydney Smith,” this biography captures the essence of a man so influential that Macaulay dubbed him “The Smith of Smiths.” Pearson’s acclaimed work masterfully reveals the enduring charm and intellect of this beloved figure.