The Times' Whistle

The Times' Whistle Or A New Daunce Of Seven Satires And Other Poems (1871)

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Publisher's Synopsis

The Times' Whistle: Or A New Daunce Of Seven Satires And Other Poems is a collection of satirical poems written by Richard Corbet and originally published in 1871. The book features seven satires, each taking aim at a different aspect of society or politics in the 19th century. The poems are written in a witty and humorous style, with Corbet poking fun at the hypocrisy and absurdity of various institutions and individuals of his time. Along with the satires, the book also includes a number of other poems on a variety of subjects, showcasing Corbet's versatility as a poet. Overall, The Times' Whistle is a fascinating glimpse into the social and political landscape of the 19th century, as seen through the eyes of a talented and irreverent poet.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781165093397
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 218
Weight: 299g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 11mm