The Farewell: A Poem (1764)

By Charles Churchill

Book Overview

The Farewell: A Poem is a literary work written by Charles Churchill and published in 1764. The poem is a satirical piece that criticizes the political and social climate of the time, specifically targeting the corruption and hypocrisy of the ruling class. It is written in heroic couplets and is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different aspect of society. The first part deals with the corruption of the government and the clergy, while the second part examines the hypocrisy of the upper class. The third part is a farewell to Churchill's readers and the world, as he anticipates his own death. The poem is considered one of Churchill's most important works, and it has been praised for its wit, humor, and scathing commentary on the state of society in the 18th 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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162233044
• ISBN13: 9781162233048
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 30 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"