Mrs. Brown On Cleopatra's Needle (1876)

By Arthur Sketchley and George Rose

Book Overview

Mrs. Brown On Cleopatra's Needle is a satirical novel written by Arthur Sketchley and originally published in 1876. The story follows the adventures of Mrs. Brown, a working-class woman from London, who travels to Egypt to see the famous Cleopatra's Needle, a monument that was recently gifted to the British government. Mrs. Brown is accompanied on her journey by her husband, her daughter, and a group of eccentric characters, including a Frenchman, a German, and an American.As they travel through Egypt, Mrs. Brown and her companions encounter a series of comical mishaps and misunderstandings. They get lost in the desert, have a run-in with a group of bandits, and are mistaken for royalty by the local population. Along the way, Mrs. Brown offers her humorous observations on Egyptian culture and the quirks of her fellow travelers.The novel is a satire of Victorian attitudes towards travel and colonialism, as well as a commentary on the social and political issues of the time. It is also a showcase for Sketchley's wit and humor, as he creates a memorable cast of characters and uses them to poke fun at the foibles of society.Overall, Mrs. Brown On Cleopatra's Needle is a delightful and entertaining read that offers a glimpse into the world of Victorian satire and humor.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164059211
• ISBN13: 9781164059219
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"