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On The Emblems Of Geffrey Whitney, Of Nantwich is a book written by Henry Green and published in 1865. The book is a critical analysis of the works of Geffrey Whitney, a 16th-century poet and author of a collection of emblems called A Choice of Emblems. Green's book examines Whitney's use of emblems, which were popular in the Renaissance period as a way of conveying moral and ethical messages through the use of images and text. Green discusses the symbolism and meaning behind each of Whitney's emblems, and provides historical context for their creation and reception.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different emblem and its significance. Green also includes biographical information about Whitney, as well as a discussion of the cultural and literary context in which his works were created.Overall, On The Emblems Of Geffrey Whitney, Of Nantwich is a scholarly work that provides a detailed analysis of Whitney's emblems and their cultural significance. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Renaissance literature, art, and culture.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.