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The narrative showcases a series of inventive practical jokes, with Peregrine Pickle serving as a catalyst for humor and satire. Smollett's energetic prose elevates even the cruelest jests, such as those targeting Hawser Trunnion, reflecting 18th-century attitudes towards madness and eccentricity. As the story progresses, the jokes evolve from mere entertainment to sharp critiques of folly and affectation, revealing a deeper satirical commentary that resonates with modern readers. The novel balances humor with a critique of societal norms.
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Peregrine Pickle - Vol II (1751), Tobias Smollett
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- Released
- 2006
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- Title
- Peregrine Pickle - Vol II (1751)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Tobias Smollett
- Publisher
- Pomona Press
- Publisher
- 2006
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 372
- ISBN13
- 9781406792010
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- The narrative showcases a series of inventive practical jokes, with Peregrine Pickle serving as a catalyst for humor and satire. Smollett's energetic prose elevates even the cruelest jests, such as those targeting Hawser Trunnion, reflecting 18th-century attitudes towards madness and eccentricity. As the story progresses, the jokes evolve from mere entertainment to sharp critiques of folly and affectation, revealing a deeper satirical commentary that resonates with modern readers. The novel balances humor with a critique of societal norms.