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Lyre and Lancet

Lyre and Lancet

F. Anstey

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XpressPress
Año de edición:
2026
Materia
Obras de teatro, textos teatrales
ISBN:
9781026199039
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This XpressRead Cram Edition of Lyre and Lancet pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.F. Anstey’s 'Lyre and Lancet: A Story in Scenes' offers a sharp and enduring satire of Victorian England’s social life and customs. This comedic drama dissects the foibles of 19th-century society with wit and precision. Through a series of carefully constructed scenes, Anstey exposes the absurdities and hypocrisies of the era, providing a fascinating glimpse into a world of rigid social structures and peculiar traditions.A masterful work of social satire, 'Lyre and Lancet' remains relevant for its insightful commentary on human nature and the dynamics of social interaction. This meticulously prepared print edition revives a classic of Victorian literature, allowing readers to rediscover the humor and wisdom embedded in Anstey’s observations. Explore the nuances of a bygone era through this engaging and thought-provoking story.

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