The New Foundling Hospital for Wit

The New Foundling Hospital for Wit

John Almon

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2013
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Antologías (no poéticas)
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9781287429852
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Discover a treasure trove of wit and wisdom in 'The New Foundling Hospital for Wit: Being a Collection of Fugitive Pieces, in Prose and Verse, Not in Any Other Collection.' This sixth volume, compiled by John Almon and originally published in 1786, offers a fascinating glimpse into the literary landscape of the 18th century. Featuring a diverse array of essays, poems, and satirical pieces, many of which appear here for the first time, this collection showcases the vibrant and often subversive voices of the era. Explore the sharp social commentary and playful humor that defined the period, as writers and thinkers grappled with the issues of their day. Whether you’re a scholar of literature, a history enthusiast, or simply a lover of clever writing, 'The New Foundling Hospital for Wit' provides a delightful and enriching reading experience. Immerse yourself in the wit and wisdom of a bygone era and discover the enduring power of the written word.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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