The Tauroboliad Or The Sacrifice Of The Constitution: A Satire (1831)

By J. Hatchard and Son

Book Overview

The Tauroboliad Or The Sacrifice Of The Constitution: A Satire (1831) is a book written by J. Hatchard And Son. The book is a political satire that criticizes the British government and the state of the country during the early 19th century. The title of the book is derived from the ancient Greek practice of sacrificing a bull to the goddess Artemis, which is used as a metaphor for the destruction of the British constitution. The book is divided into six parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of British society, including the monarchy, the church, the legal system, and the press. The author uses humor and irony to highlight the flaws and corruption within these institutions. The book was published during a time of great political upheaval in Britain, and it reflects the growing dissatisfaction with the ruling elite and the need for reform. Overall, The Tauroboliad Or The Sacrifice Of The Constitution: A Satire is a biting critique of the British political system and a call for change.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: 1120933234
• ISBN13: 9781120933232
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 116 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"