""Jest and Earnest"" is a collection of essays and reviews written by George Webbe Dasent, originally published in 1873. The book contains a variety of topics, ranging from literary criticism to political commentary. Dasent's writing style is characterized by a mixture of humor and seriousness, hence the title ""Jest and Earnest."" The essays cover a wide range of subjects, including Norse mythology, Shakespeare, and contemporary politics. The book is a fascinating look at the intellectual and cultural landscape of the late 19th century, and provides insight into the mind of one of the era's most prominent writers and thinkers. Overall, ""Jest and Earnest"" is a thought-provoking and enjoyable read for anyone interested in literature, history, or cultural studies.In Two Volumes.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.