Parnassus In Philadelphia: A Satire

By Nathaniel Chapman Freeman

Book Overview

Parnassus In Philadelphia: A Satire is a book written by Pindar Jr., also known as Peter McArthur, and was first published in 1854. The book is a satirical work that takes a critical look at the cultural and intellectual scene of Philadelphia during the mid-19th century.The story follows the character of Pindar Jr., a poet and satirist who travels to Philadelphia to attend a literary convention. Once there, he encounters a cast of characters that represent various facets of the city's intellectual and cultural elite. Through his interactions with these characters, Pindar Jr. exposes their pretensions, hypocrisies, and shortcomings, and offers a scathing critique of the cultural and intellectual scene of the city.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Philadelphia's cultural life, including its literary circles, scientific societies, and political institutions. Throughout the book, Pindar Jr. employs a witty and biting satire to lampoon the various institutions and individuals he encounters, often using humor and irony to make his points.Overall, Parnassus In Philadelphia: A Satire is an important work of 19th-century American literature that offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and intellectual scene of Philadelphia during this time period. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American literature 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165649357
• ISBN13: 9781165649358
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 62 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"