The Comic History Of Rome (1852)

By John Leech, Gilbert Abbott à Beckett, Sangorski & Sutcliffe, et al.

Book Overview

The Comic History of Rome is a humorous and satirical book written by Gilbert Abbott A. Beckett in 1852. The book is a parody of the history of Rome, from its legendary founding by Romulus and Remus to the fall of the Roman Empire. The book is divided into chapters, each one focusing on a different period or event in Roman history. The chapters are filled with witty commentary and humorous anecdotes about the characters and events of Rome's past. Beckett's writing style is light-hearted and entertaining, making the book an enjoyable read for both history buffs and those who simply enjoy a good laugh. The book also includes illustrations by John Leech, a popular cartoonist of the time, which add to the comedic tone of the book. Overall, The Comic History of Rome is a clever and entertaining take on the history of one of the world's most famous empires. It offers a unique perspective on Rome's past, blending fact and fiction with humor and satire.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: 1166187497
• ISBN13: 9781166187491
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"