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The English Rogue; Described In The Life Of Meriton Latroon, A Witty Extravagant

The English Rogue; Described In The Life Of Meriton Latroon, A Witty Extravagant

Head, Richard
Kirkman, Francis

Paperback

HumorHistorical Fiction

ISBN10: 9354841937
ISBN13: 9789354841934
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Aug 5 2021
Pages: 308
Weight: 1.00
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A witty legend of wit and whimsy comes alive anew. The English Rogue, described in the life of Meriton Latroon, a rake whose chatter outruns his virtue, is restored for today's readers and tomorrow's scholars. This enduring work sits at the crossroads of restoration satire and the comedy of manners, a priapic chronicle of early modern London that skewers sexual hypocrisy, social pretence, and the high-stakes theatre of reputation. Rich in character, sharp with satire, and rooted in the satirical prose tradition, it surveys a society where wit and vanity walk arm in arm. The tale pulses with the energy of Restoration England, offering a vivid window into manners, etiquette, and moral compromise through a rake's-eye view. Historically significant as a cornerstone of English comic satire and as part of the lineage that includes George Etherege works, it invites both casual readers and classic-literature collectors to savour its historical texture and linguistic flair. This edition is more than a reprint; it is a collector's item and a cultural treasure, restored for today's and future generations. It sits with a complete works collection in mind, and with an illustrated edition and academic study edition in view, inviting readers to explore, compare, and enjoy a landmark of English satire.

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