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""A Political Romance"" is a novel by Laurence Sterne, first published in 1759. The book is a satirical and humorous account of the political and social climate of England during the mid-18th century. The story follows the adventures of a young man named Ned, who becomes involved in the world of politics and falls in love with a beautiful and wealthy woman named Julia. Along the way, Ned encounters a variety of eccentric and colorful characters, including politicians, journalists, and aristocrats, all of whom are portrayed in a satirical and often critical light. The novel is notable for its use of humor and irony to comment on the political and social issues of the day, and for its innovative narrative style, which includes frequent digressions and interruptions. Overall, ""A Political Romance"" is a witty and entertaining novel that offers a unique perspective on the world of politics and society in 18th-century England.Trim was one of those kind of Men who loved a Bit of Finery in his Heart, and would rather have a tatter'd Rag of a Better Body's, than the best plain whole Thing his Wife could spin him.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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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781162649764
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 34
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 191x235x2 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 77 g.
  • BLACK NOVEMBER
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 2. december 2024

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""A Political Romance"" is a novel by Laurence Sterne, first published in 1759. The book is a satirical and humorous account of the political and social climate of England during the mid-18th century. The story follows the adventures of a young man named Ned, who becomes involved in the world of politics and falls in love with a beautiful and wealthy woman named Julia. Along the way, Ned encounters a variety of eccentric and colorful characters, including politicians, journalists, and aristocrats, all of whom are portrayed in a satirical and often critical light. The novel is notable for its use of humor and irony to comment on the political and social issues of the day, and for its innovative narrative style, which includes frequent digressions and interruptions. Overall, ""A Political Romance"" is a witty and entertaining novel that offers a unique perspective on the world of politics and society in 18th-century England.Trim was one of those kind of Men who loved a Bit of Finery in his Heart, and would rather have a tatter'd Rag of a Better Body's, than the best plain whole Thing his Wife could spin him.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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