The Obliviad: A Satire With Notes (1879)

By William Leech

Book Overview

The Obliviad: A Satire With Notes is a book written by William Leech and published in 1879. The book is a satirical work that takes a critical look at the political and social issues of the time. It is set in a fictional country called Oblivia, where the ruling elite are corrupt and incompetent, and the general population is oppressed and impoverished.The book is structured as a series of notes and commentary on a poem that is supposedly written by a poet from Oblivia. The poem is a scathing critique of the government and society of Oblivia, and it is filled with biting humor and satire. The notes and commentary provide context and analysis for the poem, and they also offer further commentary on the issues that are raised.The Obliviad: A Satire With Notes is a clever and witty book that uses humor and satire to highlight the flaws and injustices of the society it critiques. It is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the social and political climate of the late 19th century, and it is still relevant today as a commentary on the enduring problems of corruption, oppression, and inequality.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: 1166473058
• ISBN13: 9781166473051
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"