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100	1		_aAnonymous
245	1	4	_aThe Devil and Parson Church; or, Birds of a feather
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2019
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2019-01-02
508			_aTranscribed from the [1817] T. Kaygill edition by David Price. Many thanks to the Bodleian for allowing their copy to be consulted in this transcription
520			_a"The Devil and Parson Church; or, Birds of a Feather" by Anonymous is a whimsical and satirical poem likely written in the early 19th century. The book serves as a poetic commentary on the moral failures of a preacher, particularly the Rev. John Church, who is depicted as engaging in scandalous and immoral activities despite his role as a religious leader. The work combines elements of social critique and humor to explore themes of hypocrisy and vice. The poem follows the character of old Lucifer, who is searching for a wayward soul to ensnare, eventually leading him to the Reverend Church. As the tale unfolds, Church is portrayed in a comically compromising situation in which he willingly participates in immoral exploits with the devil himself. The narrative humorously illustrates the preacher's downfall, showcasing his moral depravity alongside his duplicitous nature, ultimately leading to legal troubles and disgrace. The piece serves to entertain while critiquing the integrity of those who hold positions of religious authority, highlighting the contrast between their public persona and private actions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aChurch, J. (John), approximately 1780-approximately 1825 -- Trials, litigation, etc.
653			_aTrials (Sodomy) -- England
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58599
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