9781333218119 - Ducdame: A Book of Verses (Classic Reprint) de Bennett, P. R. (3 resultados)

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

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

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is an eclectic collection of satirical essays, capturing the social climate of early 20th century Britain. While some themes are timeless, such as the daily anxieties of marriage and the ridiculousness of class and wealth, this book focuses heavily on topical issues prevalent a century ago, including women's suffrage, censorship, war, science, and technology. The author's wit weaves through each essay, often targeting contemporary political figures and societal institutions with sharp humor and penetrating insight. Ultimately, this book offers a historical look at a bygone era through the lens of social and cultural criticism, inviting readers to reflect on the enduring human condition. 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.