Benjamin Disraeli

The Voyage of Captain Popanilla (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

Soon after the success of "Vivian Grey", Benjamin Disraeli published another novel in 1828, "The Voyage of Captain Popanilla" , an allegorical adventure story that describes travels of Captain Popanilla and his crew to distant lands. "The Voyage of Captain Popanilla" contains elements of utopia, in which the author makes a confrontation between innocent and happy life in a blissful Arcadian island on the South Pacific and the principles of Benthamite utilitarianism, which Disraeli despised. The novel is interesting for its attempt to revive the ancient genre of Menippean satire as well as its exotic setting and satirical allusions to British politics, religion, trade, literature and philosophy, as well as to British colonial expansion. Disraeli used the genre of utopian fiction - as it is so often used - for ideological polemics.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: E-BOOKARAMA
• Altersempfehlung: ab 13 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. August 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788835343141
• Artikelnr.: 59108083

Autorenporträt

Benjamin Disraeli, born on December 21, 1804, was a British statesman, Conservative politician, and writer who became the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom twice. He was the son of Isaac D'Israeli, a prominent writer and historian, and Maria Basevi D'Israeli. Disraeli played a crucial role in shaping the modern Conservative Party and is best known for his political philosophy of one-nation conservatism, or Tory democracy, which emphasized social reform alongside traditional values. Disraeli's political career was marked by his rivalry with Liberal leader William Ewart Gladstone, with whom he had numerous debates and conflicts. His leadership helped strengthen Britain's global influence, particularly in imperial matters. In addition to his political career, Disraeli was an accomplished writer. His early novels, such as Vivian Grey (1826), Popanilla (1828), and The Young Duke (1831), offered satirical critiques of British society and politics. Disraeli's literary works were an important aspect of his public life, reflecting his political views and sharp social commentary. He passed away on April 19, 1881, leaving a lasting impact on both British politics and literature.