Virgidemiariam: Satires In Six Books (1753)

By Joseph Hall

Book Overview

Virgidemiariam: Satires In Six Books is a collection of satirical poems written by Joseph Hall and published in 1753. The book consists of six books, each containing a number of satirical poems that comment on various aspects of society and human behavior. The poems are written in a witty and humorous style, and cover a wide range of topics including politics, religion, literature, and social norms.The title of the book, Virgidemiariam, is a Latin word that means ""a harvest of rods"", which is a reference to the ancient Roman practice of using rods to punish misbehavior. The poems in the book are similarly intended to be a form of punishment, but instead of physical pain, they aim to shame and ridicule those who engage in foolish or immoral behavior.The book is divided into six books, each with a different theme. The first book focuses on the follies of youth, the second on the vices of courtiers, the third on the excesses of the clergy, the fourth on the vanity of women, the fifth on the absurdities of learning, and the sixth on the dangers of ambition.Throughout the book, Hall uses a variety of literary techniques to convey his message, including irony, allegory, and satire. His poems are often filled with clever wordplay and sharp wit, making them both entertaining and thought-provoking.Overall, Virgidemiariam: Satires In Six Books is a classic work of English literature that offers a humorous and insightful commentary on the follies and foibles of human nature.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: 1167183959
• ISBN13: 9781167183959
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 116 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"