The barber's chair; and, The hedgehog letters (eBook)

Satirical insights and witty observations in Victorian England

Douglas William Jerrold (Autor)

Blanchard Jerrold (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
195 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-633953183-3 (EAN)

Infos

In 'The barber's chair; and, The hedgehog letters' by Douglas William Jerrold, the reader is presented with a collection of witty and humorous essays that satirize various aspects of society in Victorian England. Jerrold's writing style is characterized by sharp wit, clever wordplay, and insightful observations, making the book an entertaining and thought-provoking read. The literary context of the work reflects the social and political climate of the time, providing a unique insight into the concerns and attitudes of the era. Douglas William Jerrold, a prominent playwright and humorist of the 19th century, drew inspiration from his own experiences and observations of society to create this collection. His background in theatre and journalism is evident in the lively and engaging writing style of the book, which showcases his talent for satire and social commentary. I highly recommend 'The barber's chair; and, The hedgehog letters' to readers interested in Victorian literature, social critique, and humor. Jerrold's sharp wit and keen observations make this collection a valuable and entertaining addition to any literary collection.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 10.7.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Comic / Humor / Manga ► Humor / Satire
• Schlagworte: 19th century • 19th century fiction • British playwrights • English literature • English playwrights • English wit and humor • Humorous essays • Literary criticism • literary humor • satirical writing • short stories collection • Victorian Literature • Works of Douglas William Jerrold