"A critical essay on characteristic works from his translation of Theophrastus' Moral Characters (1725)" by Henry Helly is a significant contribution to the study of characteristic literature of the 18th century. Paying attention to the translation of The Moral Characters of Theophrastus, the author analyzes, compares and criticizes characteristic descriptions in the literature of that time. Gelli explores the psychology of the characters, their moral aspects and social realities, making deep and convincing conclusions about the importance of this genre. This book is an important source for understanding the development of literary forms and genres in the Baroque and Classical periods and shows how Theophrastus' work influenced the literary and moral culture of his time.