Characters And Passages From Notebooks (1908) is a collection of writings by the English author Samuel Butler. The book consists of a series of character sketches and observations that Butler recorded in his notebooks over the course of his life. The characters range from real-life acquaintances to fictional creations, and the passages cover a wide range of topics, from art and literature to politics and society. Butler's writing style is witty and insightful, and his observations offer a unique perspective on the world of his time. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the work of Samuel Butler or in the art of observation and character creation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.