The True And Romantic History Of William Pigg, Esquire, M.P. For Hampshire: Or Life's Burlesque In Black And White

""The True and Romantic History of William Pigg, Esquire, M.P. for Hampshire: Or Life's Burlesque in Black and White"" is a satirical novel written by Charlotte Ellis. The book follows the life of William Pigg, a fictional character who is a Member of Parliament for Hampshire. The story is presented as a parody of the traditional ""rags to riches"" narrative, as Pigg's rise to power is based on his ability to manipulate and deceive those around him.The novel is set in the late 18th century and is written in a comedic style, with exaggerated characters and situations. Pigg is portrayed as a corrupt politician who uses his wealth and influence to further his own interests, often at the expense of others. The book also explores themes of social class, gender roles, and political corruption.Ellis's writing style is witty and engaging, with a strong sense of irony and satire. The book is divided into chapters, each of which follows a different stage in Pigg's life. The novel is also illustrated with black and white drawings, which add to the overall comedic tone of the book.Overall, ""The True and Romantic History of William Pigg, Esquire, M.P. for Hampshire: Or Life's Burlesque in Black and White"" is a humorous and entertaining read that offers a satirical take on politics and society in the late 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.