The Posthumous Works of Samuel Butler is a collection of writings by the English poet and satirist Samuel Butler. The works were written during two distinct periods: the Grand Rebellion (1642-1651), which was a series of civil wars in England, and the reign of King Charles II (1660-1685). The book was first published in 1754, after Butler's death, and includes a variety of genres, such as poetry, prose, and political satire. The writings reflect Butler's...