The History of John Bull by John Arbuthnot

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Author Arbuthnot, John, 1667-1735
Author of introduction, etc. Morley, Henry, 1822-1894
Title The History of John Bull
Note Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Les Bowler, and David Widger
Summary "The History of John Bull" by John Arbuthnot is a satirical allegory written during the early 18th century. The text humorously portrays the character of John Bull as a representation of the English people, describing him as a straightforward but often gullible tradesman grappling with the complexities of politics and social interactions in his era. The book explores themes of legal entanglements, political machinations, and the nature of national identity, particularly in relation to the historical context surrounding the Peace of Utrecht. The opening of the work introduces us to the various characters involved in the legal and social disputes surrounding John Bull, including his jealous business associates, Nic. Frog and Lewis Baboon. It sets the stage for the unfolding drama of lawsuits between Bull and his peers over trade and status, reflecting the tensions of the time regarding loyalty, familial relations, and political allegiances. Through lively narrative elements, Arbuthnot sketches out the sociopolitical landscape, highlighting Bull's frustrations as he navigates his fortunes and misfortunes in this comedic yet insightful exploration of early 18th-century English life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Political satire, English
Subject Great Britain -- Politics and government -- 1702-1714 -- Humor
Category Text
EBook-No. 2643
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 30, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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