The English Spy
An Original Work Characteristic, Satirical, And Humorous. Comprising Scenes And Sketches In Every Rank Of Society, Being Portraits Drawn From The Life
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A witty mirror held up to a bustling, stratified world. The English Spy gathers sketches from every rank of society, a lively, Hazlitt-inspired satire that reads like a comic portraiture anthology of London social life. This volume showcases C. M. Westmacott's keen eye for character and social gait, blending sharp humour with humane observation. Through vivid scenes and deft vignettes, it explores class and rank satire, the mingling of ambition and folly, and the everyday theatrics of early nineteenth-century England. It is a compact masterclass in social observation, accessible to casual read...
A witty mirror held up to a bustling, stratified world. The English Spy gathers sketches from every rank of society, a lively, Hazlitt-inspired satire that reads like a comic portraiture anthology of London social life. This volume showcases C. M. Westmacott's keen eye for character and social gait, blending sharp humour with humane observation. Through vivid scenes and deft vignettes, it explores class and rank satire, the mingling of ambition and folly, and the everyday theatrics of early nineteenth-century England. It is a compact masterclass in social observation, accessible to casual readers while rewarding English literature students and collectors of satire with its brisk pace, wit, and cultural texture. Historically, the work stands as a luminous example of English comic writing and social reportage, a touchstone for readers seeking the flavour of the period and the lineage of satirical tradition. Its influence and appeal endure for those who relish complete illustrated editions, and for collectors and anthology readers with interest in literary portraits of society. Selling points: out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions; restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure, inviting readers to savour a masterful, humorous social satire in a complete, collector-friendly edition. This is both a timeless read and a cherished addition for libraries and homes of collectors of satire.
