""An Essay On Light Reading: As It May Be Supposed To Influence Moral Conduct And Literary Taste"" is a book written by Edward Mangin and published in 1808. The book explores the impact of light reading on moral conduct and literary taste. Mangin argues that light reading, such as novels and romances, can have a negative influence on readers by promoting immoral behavior and shallow thinking. He suggests that readers should instead focus on more serious...