Mrs. Caudle's Curtain Lectures by Douglas William Jerrold
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| Author | Jerrold, Douglas William, 1803-1857 |
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| Title | Mrs. Caudle's Curtain Lectures |
| Note | Reading ease score: 92.4 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Credits | David Price |
| Summary | "Mrs. Caudle's Curtain Lectures" by Douglas William Jerrold is a satirical collection of domestic monologues written in the mid-19th century. The book offers humorous and acerbic insights into the life of Mrs. Margaret Caudle, who provides her husband, Job Caudle, with relentless lectures on his misdemeanors, perceived failings, and domestic responsibilities. This amusing portrayal of marital strife and gender roles reflects the societal norms of the Victorian era, where women's voices were often overshadowed by their husbands'. The opening of the book introduces readers to the character of Job Caudle, a husband who suffers with little recourse under the relentless verbal onslaught of his wife, Mrs. Caudle. The narrative begins with an author's preface discussing the inspiration behind the lectures—a blend of whimsical musings and a reflection on domestic life. As Mrs. Caudle outlines her grievances, topics quickly shift from his unwise financial decisions, such as lending money to friends, to complaints about his evenings spent in taverns and their ramifications on the household. This sets the tone for the ensuing lectures, which serve as both comedic commentary and a poignant exploration of the dynamics within marriage and the expectations placed on women during this time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English wit and humor |
| Subject | Marriage -- Humor |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 6054 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 150 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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