Anecdotes of the Learned Pig by James Boswell and Hester Lynch Piozzi

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Author Boswell, James, 1740-1795
Author Piozzi, Hester Lynch, 1741-1821
Title Anecdotes of the Learned Pig
With Notes, Critical and Explanatory, and Illustrations from Bozzy, Piozzi &c. &c.
Note A satire on Samuel Johnson.
Note Reading ease score: 56.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by MWS, RichardW, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/American Libraries (https: //archive.org/details/americana)
Summary "Anecdotes of the Learned Pig" by James Boswell and Hester Lynch Piozzi is a satirical work, likely written in the late 18th century. This unique text combines elements of humor and political commentary through the allegorical portrayal of a pig that possesses unusual talents and a penchant for rhetoric, reflecting the societal dynamics of its time. The book engages with themes of politics, celebrity, and the absurdity of public life. The narrative follows the eccentric life of a pig born under curious circumstances, who learns to speak and engages in various political musings. As the pig matures, it becomes involved in the tumultuous political atmosphere of the time, navigating between Tory and Whig sentiments. Throughout its journey, the pig develops relationships with notable figures and expresses disdain for political foes, all while humorously grappling with its own identity. The story is enriched with sharp wit and clever illustrations that reflect the absurdities of both animal and human nature, offering a rich commentary on society and politics of the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Johnson, Samuel, 1709-1784 -- Humor
Category Text
EBook-No. 51017
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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