Comics / Humor / Squib

In ‘The Pennyles Pilgrimage, ‘ John Taylor offers a rich tapestry of early 17th-century satire, blending humor with a critical exploration of societal norms. Utilizing a first-person narrative, Taylo …

In ‘John Smith, U.S.A’, Eugene Field artfully navigates the landscape of American identity through a tapestry of poignant prose and whimsical humor. The book adeptly critiques the societal norms and …

In ‘The Old Maids’ Club, ‘ Israel Zangwill constructs a rich tapestry of social commentary, revealing the intricate lives and unspoken struggles of unmarried women at the turn of the 20th century. Za …

In ‘Les Bijoux Indiscrets, ‘ Denis Diderot crafts a provocative and satirical narrative that intertwines the themes of desire, sexuality, and Enlightenment thought. The story centers around a magical …

In ‘Mapp and Lucia – The Complete Series, ‘ E. F. Benson masterfully intertwines social satire and keen character studies to vividly depict the lives of two formidable women, Lucia and Mapp, in the f …

In ‘Miss Civilization, ‘ Richard Harding Davis masterfully intertwines elements of romance and social critique within the framework of a vivid narrative. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-centur …

François Rabelais’s ‘The Third Book’ continues the exuberant and satirical journey of his epic character Gargantua and his son Pantagruel, delving deeper into Renaissance humanism and the philosophy …

In ‘Joseph Andrews, ‘ Henry Fielding crafts a vibrant picaresque novel that serves both as a parody of the sentimental literature of his time and as a critique of societal norms. The narrative follow …

‘Sheppard Lee, Written by Himself’ is a compelling narrative that captures the essence of early American literature through its innovative use of a fictional autobiography. In this two-volume work pu …

Daniel Defoe’s ‘The Consolidator’ is a compelling fantasy classic that takes readers on a journey through a fantastical world filled with social commentary and political satire. Written in Defoe’s ch …