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The Devil In America: A Dramatic Satire (1867)

The Devil In America: A Dramatic Satire (1867)

Lacon, R. S. Gladney

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ISBN10: 1120743591
ISBN13: 9781120743596
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Nov 21 2009
Pages: 230
Weight: 0.69
Height: 0.48 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Devil In America: A Dramatic Satire (1867) is a book written by R. S. Gladney under the pseudonym Lacon. The book is a satirical play that takes a critical look at the social and political issues of America during the Reconstruction era following the Civil War. The story follows a group of characters who are visited by the devil, who offers them a deal in exchange for their souls. The characters represent different aspects of American society, including politicians, businessmen, and religious leaders. Through their interactions with the devil, the play exposes the corruption and greed that permeates American society, as well as the hypocrisy of those who claim to be virtuous.The Devil In America: A Dramatic Satire is a biting critique of American society and politics during a tumultuous period in the country's history. It uses humor and satire to highlight the flaws and failings of the American system, while also offering a scathing commentary on the human condition. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, and culture.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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