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Satires

- And Other Poems (1838)

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Satires: And Other Poems is a collection of satirical poems written by Joseph Hall and published in 1838. The book contains a variety of poems, including satires, odes, and elegies, all of which are characterized by Hall's sharp wit and biting commentary on contemporary society. The satires in particular are scathing critiques of the political and social climate of the time, targeting everything from corrupt politicians to the excesses of the wealthy elite. Despite their often harsh tone, however, the poems are also marked by a deep humanity and a sense of moral conviction, making them both entertaining and thought-provoking. Overall, Satires: And Other Poems is a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the most talented and incisive poets of the 19th century, and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of English literature.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781164865155
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 178
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x10 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 245 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 2. december 2024
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Satires: And Other Poems is a collection of satirical poems written by Joseph Hall and published in 1838. The book contains a variety of poems, including satires, odes, and elegies, all of which are characterized by Hall's sharp wit and biting commentary on contemporary society. The satires in particular are scathing critiques of the political and social climate of the time, targeting everything from corrupt politicians to the excesses of the wealthy elite. Despite their often harsh tone, however, the poems are also marked by a deep humanity and a sense of moral conviction, making them both entertaining and thought-provoking. Overall, Satires: And Other Poems is a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the most talented and incisive poets of the 19th century, and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of English literature.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.

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