Walter Pater's "Appreciations, With An Essay on Style" is a cornerstone of literary criticism and aestheticism. This collection of essays showcases Pater's profound insights into style and its impact on artistic expression. Explore Pater's perspectives on various literary figures and movements, gaining a deeper understanding of the nuances of language and artistic appreciation. The included essay on style remains a seminal work, influencing generations of writers and critics. Pater delves into the elements that contribute to effective and beautiful prose, offering valuable lessons for anyone interested in the art of writing. A key text in literary studies, "Appreciations" is essential for anyone seeking to understand the development of literary criticism and the aesthetic movement. This carefully prepared edition preserves the original text, allowing readers to engage directly with Pater's timeless observations on literature and style.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.