The Fair Rewards - Thomas Beer - Bog

The Fair Rewards is a book written by Thomas Beer, an American author and literary critic. The book is a collection of essays that explore the theme of justice and fairness in literature, particularly in the works of Shakespeare, Swift, and Dickens. The essays in the book examine the ways in which these authors depict the struggle for justice and fairness in their characters and stories. Beer argues that these authors were deeply concerned with issues of social justice and that their works reflect a commitment to fairness and equality.The book is divided into three sections, each focusing on a different author. The first section examines Shakespeare's plays, including Hamlet and The Merchant of Venice, and explores the ways in which Shakespeare grappled with issues of justice and fairness in his work.The second section focuses on Swift's Gulliver's Travels and argues that Swift's satire is a powerful critique of the injustices of his time. The final section of the book looks at Dickens' novels, including Oliver Twist and Bleak House, and examines how Dickens used his writing to advocate for social reform and greater fairness in society.Overall, The Fair Rewards is a thoughtful and engaging exploration of the theme of justice and fairness in literature. It offers a fresh perspective on the works of some of the greatest writers in the English language and is sure to be of interest to anyone interested in the intersection of literature and social justice.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.