Democritus In London

With The Mad Pranks And Comical Conceits Of Motley And Robin Good-Fellow (1852)

von William Pickering

320 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Democritus In London is a book written by William Pickering in 1852. The book is a collection of comical stories and anecdotes that revolve around the character of Democritus, a philosopher from ancient Greece, who is transported to London in the 19th century. Democritus, who is known for his wisdom and humor, encounters various characters in London, including a group of pranksters led by Motley and Robin Good-Fellow. The book is filled with witty dialogues, humorous situations, and satirical commentary on the society of the time. It offers a unique perspective on the clash between ancient philosophy and modern society, and the role of humor in bridging the gap between the two. Overall, Democritus In London is a delightful read for anyone who enjoys humor, satire, and philosophical musings.To Which Are Added Notes Festivous, Etc.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.

• Themen: Belletristik Allgemein, nicht nach Genre
• ISBN: 9781436820134
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 29.06.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC