Nothing to Eat by Jr. Horatio Alger and Thomas Chandler Haliburton

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Author Alger, Horatio, Jr., 1832-1899
Author Haliburton, Thomas Chandler, 1796-1865
Title Nothing to Eat
Note Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Note Variously attributed to Horatio Alger, Jr. and T. C. Haliburton.
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Summary "Nothing to Eat" by Horatio Alger and Thomas Chandler Haliburton is a satirical poem published in the mid-19th century, specifically in 1857. This book blends humor with social commentary, addressing themes like wealth, fashionable society, and the absurdities found within both. The narrative highlights the disconnect between the experiences of the wealthy and the common folk, particularly focusing on the juxtaposition of luxurious living and the anxieties surrounding food and sustenance. The poem revolves around Mrs. Merdle, a character who embodies the contradictions of high society. Hosting a dinner, she complains about her lack of adequate food while simultaneously indulging in lavish courses, criticizing her husband's pursuit of wealth even as she enjoys their status. Through Mrs. Merdle's dialogue and musings, readers witness a blend of mockery and irony, exploring the folly of wealth and the superficiality of social norms. It critiques the obsession with appearance and fashion, showing how individuals suffer under the pressure of maintaining a particular lifestyle, all the while lamenting their supposed privations. Ultimately, the poem questions what it means to truly 'have nothing to eat' in a world filled with excess. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Poetry
Category Text
EBook-No. 5868
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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