Shoddyville: A Social And Political Satire (1884)

By Paladin

Book Overview

Shoddyville: A Social and Political Satire is a book written by Paladin and published in 1884. The book is a humorous and critical commentary on the social and political conditions of the time, particularly in the United States. The story is set in a fictional town called Shoddyville, where the residents are obsessed with wealth and material possessions. The book satirizes the corruption and greed of the political system, the hypocrisy of the church, and the shallowness of the upper class. Through the characters and their actions, the author highlights the negative impacts of capitalism, consumerism, and social inequality. The book is written in a witty and sarcastic tone, making it a fun read for those interested in satire and social commentary. Overall, Shoddyville is a thought-provoking and entertaining book that provides insight into the social and political issues of the late 19th century.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: 1120706475
• ISBN13: 9781120706478
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"