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Haverholme or the Apotheosis of Jingo: A Satire (1878)
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Haverholme or the Apotheosis of Jingo: A Satire (1878)

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Haverholme Or The Apotheosis Of Jingo: A Satire (1878) is a book written by Edward Jenkins. It is a satirical novel that takes a critical look at the political and social issues prevalent in 19th century England. The story is set in the fictional town of Haverholme, where the people are obsessed with the idea of patriotism and nationalism. The protagonist, Jingo, is a young man who becomes a hero in the eyes of the town by promoting these values. However, as the story progresses, Jingo's true intentions are revealed, and the people of Haverholme start to question their blind devotion to nationalism. The book is a commentary on the dangers of blind patriotism and the negative consequences it can have on society. It is a thought-provoking and entertaining read that offers a unique perspective on the political climate of 19th century England.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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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Date
1 March 2009
Pages
268
ISBN
9781104208752

Haverholme Or The Apotheosis Of Jingo: A Satire (1878) is a book written by Edward Jenkins. It is a satirical novel that takes a critical look at the political and social issues prevalent in 19th century England. The story is set in the fictional town of Haverholme, where the people are obsessed with the idea of patriotism and nationalism. The protagonist, Jingo, is a young man who becomes a hero in the eyes of the town by promoting these values. However, as the story progresses, Jingo's true intentions are revealed, and the people of Haverholme start to question their blind devotion to nationalism. The book is a commentary on the dangers of blind patriotism and the negative consequences it can have on society. It is a thought-provoking and entertaining read that offers a unique perspective on the political climate of 19th century England.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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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Date
1 March 2009
Pages
268
ISBN
9781104208752