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Title: The Bickerstaff-Partridge Papers
Note: Reading ease score: 55.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by An Anonymous Volunteer, and David Widger
Summary: "The Bickerstaff-Partridge Papers" by Jonathan Swift is a satirical work that primarily critiques the practice of astrology, written in the early 18th century, specifically during the early 1700s. This book combines elements of political satire and humor to address the absurdities associated with almanacs and their creators, particularly in relation to the prevalent superstition surrounding predictions of future events. Swift adopts the persona of Isaac Bickerstaff, an astrologer, to expose the foolhardiness of blindly believing in such predictions. The narrative unfolds through a series of humorous predictions made by Bickerstaff, which are intentionally exaggerated and absurd to illustrate the ridiculous nature of astrology. The central character, John Partridge, an actual almanac-maker, becomes the target of Bickerstaff's satire, as his supposed death is forecasted in a comedic twist of fate. The writings include a mock elegy for Partridge, along with his desperate attempts to defend himself against Bickerstaff's claims, revealing a lively back-and-forth filled with wit and irony. The work not only entertains but also serves as a critical commentary on the gullibility of the public and the charlatanism of those who exploit such beliefs for profit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Swift, Jonathan, 1667-1745
EBook No.: 1090
Published: Nov 1, 1997
Downloads: 305
Language: English
Subject: Satire, English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Bickerstaff-Partridge Papers
Note: Reading ease score: 55.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by An Anonymous Volunteer, and David Widger
Summary: "The Bickerstaff-Partridge Papers" by Jonathan Swift is a satirical work that primarily critiques the practice of astrology, written in the early 18th century, specifically during the early 1700s. This book combines elements of political satire and humor to address the absurdities associated with almanacs and their creators, particularly in relation to the prevalent superstition surrounding predictions of future events. Swift adopts the persona of Isaac Bickerstaff, an astrologer, to expose the foolhardiness of blindly believing in such predictions. The narrative unfolds through a series of humorous predictions made by Bickerstaff, which are intentionally exaggerated and absurd to illustrate the ridiculous nature of astrology. The central character, John Partridge, an actual almanac-maker, becomes the target of Bickerstaff's satire, as his supposed death is forecasted in a comedic twist of fate. The writings include a mock elegy for Partridge, along with his desperate attempts to defend himself against Bickerstaff's claims, revealing a lively back-and-forth filled with wit and irony. The work not only entertains but also serves as a critical commentary on the gullibility of the public and the charlatanism of those who exploit such beliefs for profit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Swift, Jonathan, 1667-1745
EBook No.: 1090
Published: Nov 1, 1997
Downloads: 305
Language: English
Subject: Satire, English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.