9781334920813 - Pigott's Political Dictionary (Classic Reprint) de Pigott, Charles (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book takes a unique and often humorous approach to exploring the political landscape of its time, offering a biting critique of power, corruption, and the follies of human nature. The author utilizes a satirical dictionary format, defining terms like "loyalty," "war," and "patriotism" in a way that lays bare the hypocrisy and absurdity of the political machinations of the day. Through these definitions, the book dissects the machinations of the elite, exposing their greed, ambition, and disregard for the common good. The reader is treated to a series of vignettes and anecdotes that illustrate the stark contrast between the lives of the powerful and the plight of the ordinary people, highlighting the inequalities and injustices of the social order. This work echoes the spirit of 18th century satirical writing, offering a powerful and often hilarious commentary on the human condition and the complexities of political power. The book's insights on the hypocrisy of political discourse and the ever-present struggle between the powerful and the powerless remain relevant and thought-provoking even today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.