The Scribleriad, A Heroic Poem: In Six Books (1751)
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The Scribleriad is a six-book heroic poem written by Richard Owen Cambridge and published in 1751. The poem is a satirical take on the literary world of the 18th century, with its characters based on real-life figures from the era. The protagonist, Martinus Scriblerus, is a bumbling poet who sets out to create an epic masterpiece, but is constantly thwarted by his own ineptitude and the machinations of his rivals. Along the way, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, including a plagiarist, a hack writer, and a group of literary critics who are more interested in tearing down their peers than in creating great works of art. The Scribleriad is a witty and entertaining work that offers a scathing critique of the literary world of its time, and remains a classic of English satire.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:1166282945
ISBN13:9781166282943
Release Date:September 2010
Publisher:Kessinger Publishing
Length:90 Pages
Weight:0.37 lbs.
Dimensions:0.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"
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