The Spawn of Ixion; Or, The 'Biter Bit.' An Allegory by James Ewing Cooley

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Author Cooley, James Ewing, 1802-1882
LoC No. 03023710
Title The Spawn of Ixion; Or, The 'Biter Bit.' An Allegory
Note "A fierce political satire on Park and Gliddon."--Sabin.
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Summary "The Spawn of Ixion; Or, The 'Biter Bit.' An Allegory" by James Ewing Cooley is a satirical allegory written in the mid-19th century. The book explores themes of moral degradation and the consequences of base actions through a poetic lens. It employs mythological references, particularly to Ixion, who was punished for his unforgivable deeds, to comment on human folly and the legacy of vice. The narrative serves to depict the character of Park, a metaphorical offspring of Ixion, who embodies the basest traits of humanity, spreading slander and vile poetry that corrupts all who encounter it. As the tale unfolds, various figures, including Neptune and Jupiter, express their horror at Park's loathsome rhymes, which are so repugnant that they threaten not only the sanity of listeners but also the very fabric of society. Ultimately, the book culminates in a call for divine retribution against this character, underscoring the devastating impact of immorality and the necessity of returning to virtuous principles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Poetry
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EBook-No. 36135
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