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_aBramston, James, _d1694?-1744 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Art of Politicks |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2012 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2012-09-29 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Chris Curnow, Paul Marshall, Joseph Cooper and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net | ||
| 520 | _a"The Art of Politicks" by James Bramston is a satirical poem written in 1729, during the early 18th century, an era characterized by the rise of political satire in England. This work is structured as a mock imitation of Horace's "Ars Poetica," exploring themes of political discourse and the nature of politicians. It critiques the art of politics, using humor and satire to reflect on the contemporary political climate and the conduct of public figures. In "The Art of Politicks," Bramston adopts a tone that balances mock-heroics with keen observation, presenting a series of humorous maxims and advice aimed at aspiring politicians. The poem encompasses various aspects of political life, including the tensions between Whigs and Tories, the nature of electoral practices, and the role of public speech. Through witty depictions, such as comparing various politicians to historical figures and addressing the absurdities of parliamentary proceedings, Bramston provides a commentary on the intricacies and often comical failures of political ambition, ultimately lamenting the lack of integrity and clear ideals in politics. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aGreat Britain -- Politics and government -- 1727-1760 -- Poetry | ||
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_aKinsley, William, _d1934- |
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