
A scholarly edition of a work by John Arbuthnot. The edition presents an authoritative text, together with an introduction, commentary notes, and scholarly apparatus.

This is the book which fixed the name and character of John Bull on the English people. Though in one part of the story he is thin and long nosed, as a result of trouble, generally he is suggested to us as "ruddy and plump, with a pair of cheeks like a trumpeter," an honest tradesman,...





"The History of John Bull" from John Arbuthnot. Physician, satirist and polymath (1667-1735)).

The History of John Bull is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1889. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher...




The History of John Bull is a satirical allegory written by John Arbuthnot in the early 18th century. The book tells the story of John Bull, a fictional character who represents the English people, and his various adventures and misadventures throughout history.Through the use...



The History of John Bull

The History of John Bull is a satirical work written by John Arbuthnot in the early 18th century. The book tells the story of John Bull, a fictional character who represents the English people. Through a series of humorous anecdotes and allegorical tales, Arbuthnot uses John...

John Arbuthnot's "The History of John Bull" remains a sharp and insightful example of political satire from the 18th century. This enduring work uses allegorical humor to examine the politics and government of Great Britain during the reign of Queen Anne. Through the iconic...

John Arbuthnot's "The History of John Bull" remains a sharp and insightful example of political satire from the 18th century. This enduring work uses allegorical humor to examine the politics and government of Great Britain during the reign of Queen Anne. Through the iconic...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for...

