"Essays on Things" is a collection of selected works of the outstanding American publicist and political activist William Lyon Phelps. This book contains literary works that are distinguished by deep content, philosophical depth and lively language. The author analyzes various aspects of social life, religion, art and culture, expressing his own thoughts and views on these topics. Each essay provokes the reader to think and opens new horizons of understanding the world. This book will be a useful source of intellectual pleasure for a wide range of readers interested in in-depth analysis and discussion of current issues.