A Second Tale of a Tub: Or the History of Robert Powel the Puppet Show Man (1715)

A Second Tale of a Tub: Or The History of Robert Powel the Puppet Show Man is a satirical novel written by Thomas Burnet in 1715. The book tells the story of Robert Powel, a puppet showman who becomes a famous performer in London. The novel is a sequel to Jonathan Swift's A Tale of a Tub and continues the satirical commentary on religion, politics, and society.The story follows Powel's rise to fame and fortune as he gains the patronage of the wealthy and powerful in London. However, his success is short-lived as he becomes embroiled in a series of scandals and controversies. The novel uses Powel's story as a vehicle to criticize the hypocrisy and corruption of the ruling class, the excesses of the entertainment industry, and the religious and political conflicts of the time.A Second Tale of a Tub is a witty and entertaining work that showcases Burnet's talent for satire and social commentary. The book is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the cultural and political climate of early 18th century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.