Alice Meynell 
Ceres’ Runaway, and Other Essays [PDF ebook] 

This collection of essays is a testament to the pragmatic and sensible approach of Meynell. The ideas are presented skilfully through her concise yet elucidating sentences. Multifarious topics have been presented here. Stimulating!
Contents
Ceres’ runaway — A vanquished man — A northern fancy — Laughter — Harlequin Mercutio — The little language — Anima Pellegrina! — The sea wall — The daffodil — Addresses — The audience — Tithonus — The tow path — The tethered constellations — Popular burlesque — Dry autumn — The plaid — Two burdens — The unready — The child of tumult — The child of subsiding tumult.