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  • Arbuthnotiana

    The Story of the St. Alb-ns Ghost

    by John Arbuthnot ...
    In "Arbuthnotiana," John Arbuthnot combines sharp wit with profound social commentary, creating a rich tapestry of satire and reflection on early 18th-century society. This collection encompasses a myriad of topics, from the follies of human nature to astute observations on politics and medicine, all rendered in Arbuthnot's distinctive prose style that blends humor and intellectual rigor. Each ... Read more

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  • The History Of John Bull

    by John Arbuthnot ...
    "The History of John Bull" become written with the aid of the Scottish health practitioner and writer John Arbuthnot in 1712. It is a humorous allegory. As an allegorical story, the story makes use of characters that don't look like people to represent political players and events within the early 18th century. John Bull, who stands for English people, is shown as a success and sincere businessman ... Read more

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  • The History of John Bull

    by John Arbuthnot ...
    This is which fixed The name and character of John Bull on The English people. Though in one part of The story he is thin and long nosed, as a result of trouble, generally he is suggested to us as “ruddy and plump, with a pair of cheeks like a trumpeter,” an honest tradesman, simple and straightforward, easily cheated; but when he takes his affairs into his own hands, acting with good plain sense, ... Read more

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  • The Historyof John Bull

    by John Arbuthnot ...
    The original works of foreign classics, including the most representative literary masters and the most influential representative works. ... Read more

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  • The History of John Bull

    by John Arbuthnot ...
    According to Wikipedia: "John Arbuthnot, often known simply as Dr. Arbuthnot, (baptised April 29, 1667 February 27, 1735), was a physician, satirist and polymath in London. He is best remembered for his contributions to mathematics, his membership in the Scriblerus Club (where he inspired both Jonathan Swift's Gulliver's Travels book III and Alexander Pope's Peri Bathous, Or the Art of Sinking in ... Read more

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  • The History of John Bull

    by John Arbuthnot ...
    This is the book which fixed the name and character of John Bull on the English people. Though in one part of the story he is thin and long nosed, as a result of trouble, generally he is suggested to us as ruddy and plump, with a pair of cheeks like a trumpeter, an honest tradesman, simple and straightforward, easily cheated; but when he takes his affairs into his own hands, acting with good plain ... Read more

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  • History Of John Bull

    by John Arbuthnot ...
    The novel is an allegory presented through animals regarding the political affairs of its period. It is a commentary on the state of affairs of the common man and elite. Regarded as an account of history rather than an allegory by the author the book is a factual record of the England at a time when it was locked in war with its neighbours. ... Read more

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  • History of John Bull

    by John Arbuthnot ...
    This is the book which fixed the name and character of John Bull on the English people. Though in one part of the story he is thin and long nosed, as a result of trouble, generally he is suggested to us as “ruddy and plump, with a pair of cheeks like a trumpeter, ” an honest tradesman, simple and straightforward, easily cheated; but when he takes his affairs into his own hands, acting with good ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • The History of John Bull

    Enriched edition. A Humorous Journey Through 18th-Century England's Political Landscape

    by John Arbuthnot, Caleb Bradford ...
    In "The History of John Bull," John Arbuthnot crafts a satirical narrative that explores the quintessential British character of John Bull, a figure emblematic of national identity and social commentary. Published in the early 18th century, the work employs a blend of witty allegory and sharp political critique, mirroring the era's precarious sociopolitical climate. Arbuthnot's literary style is ... Read more

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  • Memories by Admiral of the Fleet Lord Fisher

    by Baron John Arbuthnot Fisher Fisher ...
    In this memoir, Fisher discusses his philosophies on naval warfare, emphasizing the importance of modernization and the need for the Royal Navy to adapt to the changing landscape of military technology. He offers insights into the challenges he faced in implementing reforms, such as advocating for the use of submarines and naval aviation, and highlights the resistance he encountered from ... Read more

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  • Memories, by Admiral of the Fleet Lord Fisher

    Enriched edition. A Naval Icon's Memoirs: Strategic Insights and Personal Reflections

    by John Arbuthnot Fisher Baron Fisher, Lance Weatherby ...
    In "Memories," Admiral of the Fleet Lord Fisher provides an incisive and richly textured memoir that intertwines personal narrative with the sweeping tides of naval history during the early 20th century. Fisher's prose is characterized by its clarity and frankness, with a distinctive literary style that blends anecdote, reflection, and insight. Positioned within a context of pre-World War I naval ... Read more

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  • Memories, by Admiral of the Fleet Lord Fisher

    by John Arbuthnot Fisher Baron Fisher ...
    "Memories, by Admiral of the Fleet Lord Fisher" by John Arbuthnot Fisher, 1st Baron Fisher is a memoir of the Baron Fisher. As a British Admiral, he saw his fair share of action and adventure, while also participating in Britain's high society. This book brings readers on a journey into a world that very few people would ever be able to participate in. ... Read more

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