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The Maxims of Methuselah In Regard To Women

The Maxims of Methuselah In Regard To Women

Burgess, Gelett
Fancher, Louis D.

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ISBN10: 1162582731
ISBN13: 9781162582733
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 118
Weight: 0.48
Height: 0.25 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
The Maxims of Methuselah In Regard To Women is a book written by Gelett Burgess. The book is a collection of humorous and satirical maxims about women, supposedly spoken by the biblical figure Methuselah. The maxims cover a range of topics, including love, marriage, fashion, and beauty. The book was originally published in 1907 and was intended to be a commentary on the social norms and expectations surrounding women during that time period. Despite its controversial subject matter, the book was widely popular and has since become a classic of American humor. The Maxims of Methuselah In Regard To Women is a witty and entertaining read that offers a unique perspective on the role of women in society.1907. The advice given by the patriarch in his nine hundred sixty and ninth year to his great grandson at Shem's coming of age in regard to women. Beautifully and imaginatively illustrated throughout by Louis D. Fancher. A very humorous volume which makes only facetious claims of authenticity.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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