Canterbury Pieces (eBook)

Exploring Victorian Society Through Wit and Satire

Samuel Butler (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
144 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766456479-5 (EAN)

Infos

In Samuel Butler's 'Canterbury Pieces,' the reader is taken on a journey through a collection of essays and sketches that delve into various aspects of English society and culture. Butler's writing style is characterized by wit, satire, and keen observations that provide a perceptive analysis of the society of his time. The book is a reflection of the Victorian era and provides valuable insights into the social issues and norms that dominated the period. Through his sharp commentary and astute observations, Butler offers a unique perspective on the complexities of human behavior and social interactions. 'Canterbury Pieces' is a literary work that showcases Butler's talent for blending humor with insightful social commentary, making it a compelling read for those interested in Victorian literature and societal critique.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 4.12.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Schlagworte: 1809-1882 • 19th century authors • Biology • british authors • British humorists • Charles • Classic Literature • Comedy in literature • Darwin • English literature • Evolution • literary classics • literary humor • literary parodies • Natural history General • On the Origin of Species • satirical writing