Patriotism: A Mock Heroic In Five Cantos

By Richard Bentley

Book Overview

Patriotism: A Mock Heroic In Five Cantos is a satirical poem written by Richard Bentley. The book is a parody of epic poems and follows the story of a fictional hero named Sir John Falstaff. The poem is divided into five cantos, each of which is a self-contained story. In each canto, Falstaff is portrayed as a heroic figure who embodies the virtues of patriotism and loyalty to his country.However, the author uses irony and sarcasm to highlight the absurdity of the concept of patriotism and the hypocrisy of those who claim to be patriots. The poem is full of witty and humorous observations about the nature of patriotism and the people who espouse it.The book is a commentary on the political and social climate of the time in which it was written. It was published in 1714, during a period of political instability in England, and the poem reflects the author's views on the political situation and the role of patriotism in society.Overall, Patriotism: A Mock Heroic In Five Cantos is a clever and entertaining satire that offers a unique perspective on the concept of patriotism and the people who claim to embody it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in political satire and the history of English literature.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: 1163752738
• ISBN13: 9781163752739
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 68 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"