Mr. Clutterbuck's Election (1908) - Hilaire Belloc - Bog

Mr. Clutterbuck's Election is a political satire novel written by Hilaire Belloc in 1908. The story is set in the fictional town of Hoho, where the local parliamentary election is about to take place. The protagonist, Mr. Clutterbuck, is a wealthy and influential businessman who decides to run for parliament as an independent candidate. The novel follows Mr. Clutterbuck's election campaign, which is full of twists and turns, including bribery, corruption, and scandalous revelations. Belloc uses the story to satirize the British political system of the time, highlighting the flaws and absurdities of the electoral process. Throughout the novel, Belloc also touches on themes such as class, power, and social status, as well as the role of the media in shaping public opinion. The characters in the book are vividly drawn, ranging from the scheming politicians and their henchmen to the ordinary citizens who get caught up in the election fever. Overall, Mr. Clutterbuck's Election is a witty and entertaining read that offers a sharp critique of politics and society in Edwardian Britain.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.