This edition had all images removed.
LoC No.: 01026605
Title:
Through Hell with Hiprah Hunt
A Series of Pictures and Notes of Travel Illustrating the Adventures of a Modern Dante in the Infernal Regions; Also Other Pictures of the Same Subterranean World
Note: Illustrated by the author.
Note: Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Chuck Greif, deaurider and the Online
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Summary: "Through Hell with Hiprah Hunt" by Arthur Young is a satirical exploration of the Infernal regions written in the early 20th century. This unique work blends elements of poetry and prose, presenting an imaginative journey that pays homage to Dante's "Inferno" while infusing modern sensibilities and humor. The book centers around Hiprah Hunt, a self-proclaimed lecturer, reformer, and poet, who believes in the reality of Hell and seeks to validate its existence through a six-week journey in the underworld. In this whimsical yet thought-provoking narrative, Hiprah Hunt embarks on his expedition after mysteriously disappearing from his life as a town preacher. His adventure is filled with encounters with various demons, sinners, and the peculiar punishments meted out to souls based on their earthly follies and vices. Along the way, he observes the plight of individuals who engaged in selfish or harmful behavior during their lives, ranging from bribe-taking aldermen to confirmed writers of bad poetry. The satirical tone of the book reveals social critiques relevant to the time, offering a comedic yet reflective look at morality and the consequences of one's actions, ultimately leading to a humorous conclusion that emphasizes the need for self-awareness and accountability. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Young, Art, 1866-1943
EBook No.: 58131
Published: Oct 18, 2018
Downloads: 61
Language: English
Subject: American wit and humor
Subject: Hell -- Humor
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 01026605
Title:
Through Hell with Hiprah Hunt
A Series of Pictures and Notes of Travel Illustrating the Adventures of a Modern Dante in the Infernal Regions; Also Other Pictures of the Same Subterranean World
Note: Illustrated by the author.
Note: Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Chuck Greif, deaurider and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Through Hell with Hiprah Hunt" by Arthur Young is a satirical exploration of the Infernal regions written in the early 20th century. This unique work blends elements of poetry and prose, presenting an imaginative journey that pays homage to Dante's "Inferno" while infusing modern sensibilities and humor. The book centers around Hiprah Hunt, a self-proclaimed lecturer, reformer, and poet, who believes in the reality of Hell and seeks to validate its existence through a six-week journey in the underworld. In this whimsical yet thought-provoking narrative, Hiprah Hunt embarks on his expedition after mysteriously disappearing from his life as a town preacher. His adventure is filled with encounters with various demons, sinners, and the peculiar punishments meted out to souls based on their earthly follies and vices. Along the way, he observes the plight of individuals who engaged in selfish or harmful behavior during their lives, ranging from bribe-taking aldermen to confirmed writers of bad poetry. The satirical tone of the book reveals social critiques relevant to the time, offering a comedic yet reflective look at morality and the consequences of one's actions, ultimately leading to a humorous conclusion that emphasizes the need for self-awareness and accountability. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Young, Art, 1866-1943
EBook No.: 58131
Published: Oct 18, 2018
Downloads: 61
Language: English
Subject: American wit and humor
Subject: Hell -- Humor
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.