The Orpheus C. Kerr Papers (1862)

By Robert Henry Newell

Book Overview

The Orpheus C. Kerr Papers is a satirical novel published in 1862 by Robert H. Newell. The book is a collection of humorous essays and sketches that poke fun at the political and social issues of the time, particularly the American Civil War. The main character, Orpheus C. Kerr, is a fictional journalist and bureaucrat who is known for his wit and sarcasm. The book is divided into several sections, each containing a series of articles written by Kerr on various topics such as politics, war, and society. The articles are written in a humorous and satirical style, often using parody and exaggeration to make a point. The Orpheus C. Kerr Papers was a popular book during its time and is still considered a classic of American 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: 116395036X
• ISBN13: 9781163950364
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"