The Thimble: A Heroi-Comical Poem, In Four Cantos is a satirical poem written by William Hawkins in 1744. The poem is divided into four cantos and tells the story of a thimble that embarks on a journey to become a hero. The thimble encounters various obstacles and adventures along the way, including battling a needle and saving a piece of cloth from a fire. The poem is written in a humorous and satirical style, poking fun at the heroic epics of the time. It also includes commentary on the social and political issues of the day, such as the War of the Austrian Succession and the corruption of politicians. Overall, The Thimble is a witty and entertaining work of poetry that showcases Hawkins' talent for satire and humor.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.