John Bull And His Island (1884)

John Bull And His Island (1884)

Max O’Rell

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Biografía: general
ISBN:
9781437093643
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''John Bull and His Island'' is a book written by Max O’Rell and published in 1884. The book is a humorous and satirical look at the British people and their culture. O’Rell, a Frenchman who had lived in England for several years, offers a unique perspective on the British way of life, including their customs, manners, and attitudes. He pokes fun at their love of tea, their obsession with the weather, and their stiff upper lip. He also examines the British class system and the differences between the upper and lower classes. The book is filled with witty observations and anecdotes, making it an entertaining read for anyone interested in British culture and society.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.

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