""Prize Essays"" is a collection of essays written by Harriet Martineau, a prominent British social theorist and writer of the 19th century. The book contains a selection of Martineau's essays that were awarded prizes by various literary societies and organizations, including the Royal Society of Literature and the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge. The essays cover a wide range of topics, including political economy, social reform, education, and women's rights. Martineau's writing is characterized by her clear and concise style, her commitment to social justice, and her belief in the power of education to effect positive change. This collection of essays provides a fascinating insight into the intellectual and social concerns of 19th-century Britain, and showcases the work of one of the era's most influential thinkers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.