Excerpt from The Devil Upon Two Sticks in England, Vol. 1 of 6: Being a Continuation of Le Diable Boîteux of Le Sage
That the 'numerous ecc'entricities there attributed to him, were ever to be found in one man but I Will venture to assert, that there is not a single act related of his life, which has not been, in some way or other, performed by persons of his peculiar cast. Of cha.
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Excerpt from The Devil Upon Two Sticks in England, Vol. 1 of 6: Being a Continuation of Le Diable Boîteux of Le Sage
That the 'numerous ecc'entricities there attributed to him, were ever to be found in one man but I Will venture to assert, that there is not a single act related of his life, which has not been, in some way or other, performed by persons of his peculiar cast. Of cha.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Excerpt from The Devil Upon Two Sticks in England, Vol. 1 of 6: Being a Continuation of Le Diable Boîteux of Le Sage
It has been my intention to paint, as he has done, though with a far inferior pencil, after living nature; and to give my pictures the advantage of a just resemblance, rather than the attractive colourings of a warm imagi nation. The manner in which this work is executed must be left to the Opi nion of those who may fead it. I canvi runner.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a glimpse into the sinful side of an 18th-century London through the eyes of a Spanish noble. The author's fantastic narrative follows Don Cleofas and his devilish guide through high society and the notorious theater district. Through witty dialogue and exciting escapades, this book uncovers the ways in which wealth and privilege corrupted the morals of the powerful and the poor alike. The author provides a fascinating look into the elite circles of the time and adds an entertaining supernatural element that enhances the book's appeal. Within its historical context, this book is not just a scandalous expose; it is an indictment of the unchecked power of the nobility and the hypocrisy of the church during a time of great societal upheaval. Moreover, the book's critique of the theater as an engine of societal decay is particularly insightful. The author's wit and devilish perspective help expose the dark heart of London high society that was hidden from the common eye in the 18th century. 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. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781334591556_0
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9781334591556
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