The Great Parliamentary Bore (1869) - Evans Bell - Bog

The Great Parliamentary Bore is a satirical novel written by Bell and Evans, first published in 1869. The book is set in the British Parliament and follows the story of Sir John Jorrocks, a wealthy businessman who is elected to Parliament. Jorrocks is a pompous and self-important character who quickly becomes known as a bore due to his long-winded speeches and lack of substance. Despite his lack of political experience, Jorrocks is determined to make his mark in Parliament and becomes embroiled in a series of comical mishaps and misunderstandings. Along the way, he meets a cast of eccentric characters, including fellow MPs, journalists, and lobbyists. The book is a humorous critique of the British political system and the characters that inhabit it. It is a light-hearted and entertaining read that offers a glimpse into the world of politics in the 19th century.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.