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The Political House That Jack Built (1819)
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Using the metaphor of a house, this satirical poem critiques the corrupt political landscape of early 19th-century England, addressing institutions like the monarchy and Parliament. Each stanza highlights different facets of political oppression, blending humor with serious commentary. Despite its playful tone, the poem delivers a sharp critique of systemic corruption. Originally published in 1819, it gained popularity for its incisive satire and remains a significant work in political literature, now available as a facsimile reprint to preserve its cultural importance.
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The Political House That Jack Built (1819), William Hone
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- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- The Political House That Jack Built (1819)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- William Hone
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN13
- 9781120338839
- Category
- World history
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- Using the metaphor of a house, this satirical poem critiques the corrupt political landscape of early 19th-century England, addressing institutions like the monarchy and Parliament. Each stanza highlights different facets of political oppression, blending humor with serious commentary. Despite its playful tone, the poem delivers a sharp critique of systemic corruption. Originally published in 1819, it gained popularity for its incisive satire and remains a significant work in political literature, now available as a facsimile reprint to preserve its cultural importance.