The Professor at the Breakfast-Table

The collection is presented in the form of a series of conversations and essays that take place around a breakfast table involving the narrator (referred to as The Professor) and various other characters. Through these conversations and essays Holmes explores a wide range of topics including literature science philosophy society and human nature. The book is known for its wit humor and keen observations on everyday life and culture in 19th-century America.One of the central characters in the book is the Autocrat who serves as the narrator and shares his thoughts and insights on various subjects with the other characters present at the breakfast table. The book is structured as a series of dialogues and monologues making it an engaging and conversational read.Holmes's writing in The Professor at the Breakfast-Table is characterized by his playful and often satirical style as well as his ability to blend humor with profound reflections on the human condition. The book offers readers a glimpse into the intellectual and cultural climate of the mid-19th century in the United States.The essays and musings in this collection cover a wide range of topics from discussions on literature and the arts to commentary on social issues of the time. Holmes also provides character sketches and observations on the people he encounters in daily life adding depth and richness to the narrative.