A Strappado For The Devil (1878)

by Richard Brathwaite

Book Overview

A Strappado For The Devil is a book written by Richard Brathwaite in 1878. The book is a collection of satirical poems and essays that criticize the social and political conditions of England during the 17th century. The title of the book refers to a torture device used during the medieval period, which is used as a metaphor for the author's criticism of the corrupt practices of the ruling class. Brathwaite's writing style is characterized by its...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164551043
• ISBN13: 9781164551041
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 406 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"