Democritus In London: With The Mad Pranks And Comical Conceits Of Motley And Robin Good-Fellow

By George Daniel

Book Overview

""Democritus in London"" is a book written by George Daniel that tells the story of Democritus, a Greek philosopher who travels to London to observe the city and its inhabitants. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including the mischievous Motley and the prankster Robin Good-Fellow. The book is a collection of humorous anecdotes and comical conceits that highlight the absurdity and folly of human behavior. Through Democritus' observations and interactions with the people he meets, the book explores themes of satire, humor, and the human condition. It is a lighthearted and entertaining read that offers a unique perspective on life in London during the early 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162949767
• ISBN13: 9781162949765
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"