Trumps

Trumps

George William Curtis

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Editorial:
Anson Street Press
Año de edición:
2025
Materia
Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781023046053
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'Trumps' by George William Curtis offers a sharp and insightful glimpse into 19th-century American society. This classic of American fiction, meticulously prepared for print republication, delivers a potent dose of satire, dissecting social mores and pretensions with wit and precision. As a work of literary fiction, 'Trumps' provides enduring commentary on human nature, exploring themes that remain relevant across generations. Curtis’s novel stands as a testament to the power of satire as a tool for social commentary, making it a compelling read for those interested in classic literature and the art of insightful observation.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 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.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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