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  • The Art of Politicks

    by James Bramston ...
    It seems likely that the poem was completed in the summer of 1729. The most recent events that Bramston alludes to are Thomas Woolston's trial for blasphemy of 4 March (p. 27) and Sir Paul Methuen's resignation as Treasurer of the King's Household, which was reported in May (p. 13). [D] Horace's Ars Poetica was one of the most fertile sources for eighteenth-century imitations and adaptations. Some ... Read more

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  • The Satire Compendium: 70 Must-Reads

    The Misanthrope, The Flying Doctor, The Satyricon, The Headswoman, dise Garden, The Absentee, etc.

    by Molière, St. John Hankin, Elizabeth F. Guptill, Petronius Arbiter, Anthony Trollope, Kenneth Grahame, Thomas Carlyle, George Gibbs, Richard Head, Francis Kirkman, Herman Melville, Maria Edgeworth, Marietta Holley, Anatole France, Nelson Lloyd, Voltaire, Samuel Brunt, Archibald Marshal, Gilbert Knox, H. H. Sir Bashford, P. G. Wodehouse, Susan Fenimore Cooper, Thomas Love Peacock, William Carlos Williams, Terry Southern, Hilaire Belloc, Iris Barry, C. M. Westmacott, Desiderius Erasmus, I. J. Potter, Montague Glass, Edwin Abbott Abbott, Elkanah Settle, Samuel Pordage, Bernard Mandeville, James Thomson, G. W. Foote, Marie Corelli, William Herman, Mark Twain, Ingersoll Lockwood, Jonathan Swift, T. Smollett, Thomas Mann, H. G. Wells, Bertram Gayton, George S. Schuyler, Eugen Richter, Walter Harte, Aristophanes, Bill Nye, John Arbuthnot, Thomas Bridges, James Bramston, Ambrose Bierce, Franklin P. Adams, John Hervey Baron Hervey, An M. D., Frank Chapman Bliss ...
    The Satire Compendium: 70 Must-Reads offers a rich tapestry of wit, irony, and cultural critique, spanning centuries and showcasing the evolution of satirical literature. With its diverse range of styles from the sharp societal observations of the Enlightenment to the tongue-in-cheek modernity of the 20th century this anthology captures the spirit and scope of satire's unyielding challenge to ... Read more

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  • The Man of Taste

    A Satirical Critique of 18th-Century Fashion and Society

    by James Bramston ...
    In "The Man of Taste," James Bramston delivers a sharp, satirical exploration of early 18th-century society, encapsulating the intricacies of taste, fashion, and moral integrity. The poem employs a witty and ironic tone, using couplets to dissect the pretensions of his contemporaries while simultaneously offering a critique of the aesthetic dispositions of the time. Bramston's rich use of literary ... Read more

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  • The Art of Politicks

    A Satirical Examination of 18th Century Politics and Power Dynamics

    by James Bramston ...
    In "The Art of Politicks," James Bramston masterfully blends satire and political discourse, offering readers an incisive commentary on the intricacies of political life in early 18th-century England. The book is notable for its clever use of verse, as Bramston employs a light-hearted yet pointed approach to dissect the absurdities of political maneuvers and societal norms. Through a series of ... Read more

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  • The Art of Politicks

    by James Bramston ...
    The Art of Politicks By James Bramston (1729). Introduction by WILLIAM KINSLEY. PUBLICATION NUMBER 177. WILLIAM ANDREWS CLARK MEMORIAL LIBRARY. UNIVERSIY OF CALIFORNIA, LOS ANGELES ... Read more

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  • Audiobook

    Short Poetry Collection 177 (Unabridged)

    by et al. James Bramston ...
    Narrated by Annette Hill, Diane Ackerley, Edward Martin ...

    Unabridged

    1 hour 35 min

    Prepare to be captivated by a symphony of words in "Short Poetry Collection 177 (Unabridged)." This anthology gathers the finest works from renowned poets James Bramston, et al., offering a diverse tapestry of emotions, themes, and styles. From poignant sonnets to whimsical limericks, each poem is a testament to the power of language to evoke, inspire, and transport. Immerse yourself in this ... Read more

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