Hermsprong; Or, Man As He Is Not
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Robert Bage
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Folio Society, 1960
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: No slipcase.
Robert Bage's "Hermsprong" is a captivating work of 18th-century philosophical fiction that critiques societal norms and conventions through the eyes of its titular protagonist. This novel introduces Hermsprong, a man raised in the American wilderness, who arrives in England with an unvarnished perspective, challenging the rigid class structures, hypocrisies, and artificialities of polite society. Bage masterfully employs satire and wit to expose the absurdities of the era, while also presenting a compelling argument for natural virtue and individual liberty. The narrative skillfully intertwines romance with social commentary, offering both an engaging story and a thought-provoking examination of human nature and civilization. It remains a significant example of the Jacobin novel, advocating for radical social and political reform.
Author: Robert Bage
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Folio Society, 1960
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: No slipcase.
Robert Bage's "Hermsprong" is a captivating work of 18th-century philosophical fiction that critiques societal norms and conventions through the eyes of its titular protagonist. This novel introduces Hermsprong, a man raised in the American wilderness, who arrives in England with an unvarnished perspective, challenging the rigid class structures, hypocrisies, and artificialities of polite society. Bage masterfully employs satire and wit to expose the absurdities of the era, while also presenting a compelling argument for natural virtue and individual liberty. The narrative skillfully intertwines romance with social commentary, offering both an engaging story and a thought-provoking examination of human nature and civilization. It remains a significant example of the Jacobin novel, advocating for radical social and political reform.