Mudfog and Other Sketches

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Set within the framework of a fictional society, this collection presents the humorous and satirical proceedings of The Mudfog Society for the Advancement of Everything. Dickens cleverly parodies the British Association for the Advancement of Science, showcasing a blend of wit and social commentary. Published in a literary journal during the late 1830s, these papers reflect Dickens's sharp observations on society and science, offering readers a whimsical yet critical look at the intellectual climate of the time.