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Gryll Grange (1861)

Gryll Grange (1861)

Peacock, Thomas Love

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ISBN10: 1164662228
ISBN13: 9781164662228
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 330
Weight: 0.97
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Gryll Grange is a satirical novel written by Thomas Love Peacock in 1861. The story is set in the fictional estate of Gryll Grange, where a group of eccentric characters gather to discuss various topics such as politics, philosophy, and literature. The main protagonist of the novel is Mr. Gryll, a wealthy landowner who is passionate about nature and the environment. He invites his friends and acquaintances to his estate, where they engage in lively debates and discussions.The novel is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different topic. Some of the topics discussed include education, marriage, religion, and social class. Through these discussions, Peacock satirizes the various social and political issues of his time.The characters in Gryll Grange are colorful and unique, each with their own quirks and beliefs. Some of the notable characters include Mr. Falconer, a radical politician; Mr. Jenkison, a conservative clergyman; and Dr. Opimian, a retired classical scholar.Overall, Gryll Grange is a witty and entertaining novel that offers a satirical commentary on Victorian society. Peacock's use of humor and irony makes the novel both entertaining and thought-provoking, and it remains a classic of Victorian literature.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.

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