Charles Lamb

Charles Lamb was an English essayist and poet, renowned for his work in the Romantic literary movement during the early 19th century. He is best known for his 'Essays of Elia', which blend personal narrative and literary criticism, and for his exploration of themes such as childhood, memory, and the complexities of human experience. His contributions significantly influenced later writers and the development of the essay as a literary form. Lamb's writings often reflected the social and cultural transformations of his time, particularly the impact of the Industrial Revolution on personal lives and memories.