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The Reign of Humbug : A Satire (1836)

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The Reign of Humbug: A Satire (1836) is a book written by an anonymous author that satirizes the political and social climate of England in the 19th century. The book is a scathing critique of the hypocrisy and corruption of the ruling class, and the author uses humor and irony to expose their shortcomings. The book is divided into chapters that focus on different aspects of society, including politics, religion, and education. The author takes aim at politicians, clergymen, and educators, among others, and exposes their greed, selfishness, and incompetence. The book is written in a witty and engaging style, and the author's use of satire is both clever and effective. Overall, The Reign of Humbug is a classic work of satire that still resonates today, and it remains a must-read for anyone interested in the history of English literature and culture.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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  • ISBN-13: 9781162029597
  • ISBN-10: 1162029595
  • Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publish Date: May 2010
  • Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.38 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 0.7 pounds
  • Page Count: 98

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