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In ‘Catherine, ‘ William Makepeace Thackeray delves into the complexities of love and desire, crafting a narrative steeped in irony and social commentary. Set against the backdrop of early 19th-centu …

E. F. Benson’s ‘Dodo Trilogy’ is a witty and satirical exploration of the intricacies of Edwardian society, focused on the charmingly eccentric character of Dodo. Through a series of interconnected n …

In ‘Crotchet Castle, ‘ Thomas Love Peacock weaves a complex narrative that satirizes contemporary philosophical movements and societal norms of the early 19th century. The novel unfolds within the co …

In ‘When William Came, ‘ Saki (H.H. Munro) intricately weaves a satirical narrative set amidst a fictionalized Britain under German occupation. The novella is marked by Saki’s characteristic wit and …

Few cities can rival Glasgow for their contribution to the history of British humour. From the gladiatorial atmosphere of the old Empire Theatre, dubbed the 'graveyard of English comics', t …

In ‘The British Barbarians, ‘ Grant Allen weaves a thought-provoking narrative that deftly intertwines elements of social critique and speculative fiction. Set against the backdrop of a fictitious en …

‘A hilarious, no-holds-barred tour of the new world order, from ‘America’s greatest prose comedian’ – Sunday Times Peace Kills is an eye-opening look at a world much changed since O’Rourke wrote his …

White Fang is a novel by American author Jack London  and the name of the book’s eponymous character, a wild wolfdog. First serialized in Outing magazine between May and October 1906, it was pub …

Does the sight of a house festooned in glowing coloured bulbs and a huge illuminated reindeer bring you out in a cold sweat? Or the does thought of eating turkey for days and days upon end make you g …

In ‘Fantastic Fables, ‘ Ambrose Bierce employs a sharp, satirical lens to craft a collection of parables that challenge social norms, human folly, and moral pretensions through deceptively simple nar …