Mr. Clutterbuck's Election (1908)

Mr. Clutterbuck's Election is a political satire novel written by Hilaire Belloc and published in 1908. The story is set in an English town and revolves around the election campaign of Mr. Clutterbuck, a wealthy and eccentric candidate who is running for parliament. The novel follows the various characters involved in the election, including Clutterbuck's opponents, his supporters, and the local press. Belloc uses the election as a backdrop to satirize the British political system and the social and economic conditions of the time. He portrays Clutterbuck as a comical figure, whose wealth and eccentricities make him a popular candidate despite his lack of political experience. The other candidates, on the other hand, are portrayed as corrupt and self-serving, willing to do whatever it takes to win the election.Throughout the novel, Belloc criticizes the influence of money and the media in politics, and highlights the importance of individual character and integrity. He also touches on themes such as class, nationalism, and the role of religion in society.Overall, Mr. Clutterbuck's Election is a witty and insightful commentary on the state of British politics at the turn of the 20th century, and remains a relevant and entertaining read today.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.