"The History of Johnny Quænus, The Little Foundling of the Late Doctor Syntax" by William Combe is a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century Great Britain, presented as a satirical poem. This unique social commentary, penned by the author of the "Three Tours," explores the manners and customs of the era through verse.
A foundling's journey becomes a lens through which Combe examines British social life. The poem offers a compelling blend of historical observation and witty satire, providing insights into the traditions of the time. Readers interested in British history, particularly its social dynamics, will find this work both engaging and informative. Explore the past through the evocative language of 19th-century poetry and discover a bygone era's perspective on itself.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - 'The History of Johnny Quænus, The Little Foundling of the Late Doctor Syntax' by William Combe is a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century Great Britain, presented as a satirical poem. This unique social commentary, penned by the author of the 'Three Tours,' explores the manners and customs of the era through verse. A foundling's journey becomes a lens through which Combe examines British social life. The poem offers a compelling blend of historical observation and witty satire, providing insights into the traditions of the time. Readers interested in British history, particularly its social dynamics, will find this work both engaging and informative. Explore the past through the evocative language of 19th-century poetry and discover a bygone era's perspective on itself.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781023283885
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