| Author |
Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870 |
| Title |
Mudfog and Other Sketches
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Mudfog_Papers
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 52.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Public life of Mr. Tulrumble, once mayor of Mudfog -- Full report of the first meeting of the Mudfog Association for the Advancement of Everything -- Full report of the second meeting of the Mudfog Association for the Advancement of Everything -- The pantomime of life -- Some particulars concerning a lion -- Mr. Robert Bolton, the "gentleman connected with the press" -- Familiar epistle from a parent to a child aged two years and two months.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the 1903 Chapman and Hall _Sketches by Boz_ edition by David Price
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| Summary |
"Mudfog and Other Sketches" by Charles Dickens is a collection of satirical sketches written during the mid-19th century. The narratives take a humorous look at the peculiarities and absurdities of life in a fictional town called Mudfog, particularly focusing on its citizens and local politics. The sketches appear to critique the pretensions and follies of individuals within this quaint and damp setting. The beginning of the book introduces readers to the town of Mudfog and the rise of its mayor, Nicholas Tulrumble, a coal-dealer turned public figure. Dickens paints a vivid picture of Mudfog's unappealing characteristics, such as its peculiar odor and tumultuous weather, while humorously depicting Tulrumble's newfound aspirations for grandeur. The narrative showcases the comical contradictions in Tulrumble's character as he navigates his role, revealing both his determination and the absurdity of his ambitions. The opening portion sets the tone for a light-hearted exploration of social commentary, emphasizing the folly of aspiration in a town rife with eccentricity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
912 |
| Release Date |
May 1, 1997 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 25, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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