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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aComical People |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2007 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2007-11-06 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by David Edwards, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The University of Florida, The Internet Archive/Children's Library) | ||
| 520 | _a"Comical People" by J. J. Grandville is a whimsical collection of illustrated stories written in the mid-19th century. This book showcases a fanciful view of society and its quirks through the lens of anthropomorphized characters, highlighting the humor and absurdity of human conventions. The stories are accompanied by intricate illustrations that bring these comical characters to life, echoing the celebrated themes of satire prevalent in Grandville's works. In "Comical People," readers are introduced to a series of humorous narratives featuring a cast of anthropomorphized animals and characters that parody Victorian society. The tales range from a thrilling ball attended by Lady Linnet and her cousin Drinkwater to a light-hearted account of the lord of the manor, Sir Vane Peacock, grappling with poachers and his own game-preserving ambitions. Other stories include comical encounters like the romantic escapades at Rookwood Hall, a satirical look at Alderman Gobble's political ambitions, and the humorous mishaps in Mrs. Strutt's academy for young ladies. Ultimately, the book serves as a delightful exploration of social manners, ambition, and the charming folly that characterizes human nature, all conveyed through Grandville’s sharp wit and engaging illustrations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aAnimals -- Juvenile fiction | ||
| 653 | _aChildren's stories | ||
| 653 | _aEngland -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Juvenile fiction | ||
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