Books matching: wit in criticism of society
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Save:In "Praise of Folly" by Erasmus, the Goddess of Folly delivers a speech asserting the importance of folly in human affairs through satire. The book criticizes teachings of the Church, monastic life, and societal norms as folly, while also touching on religious practices, human nature, and the pursuit of wisdom. Erasmus employs humor, sarcasm, and wit to make jests at extremes of religious beliefs and practices, presenting a critique of society and human behavior.
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Save:'Sword of Honour' by Evelyn Waugh is a trilogy that provides a brilliant and cynical insight into wartime Britain and the British army during World War II. The story follows the main character, Guy Crouchback, as he navigates through the challenges of war and the vast social changes forced upon Britain during and after WWII. Waugh's writing style is described as fine literature with inimitable humor, offering subtle and sometimes hilarious descriptions of the brutal realities of war.
When Guy Crouchback’s grandparents, Gervase and Hermione, came to Italy on their honeymoon, French troops manned the defences of Rome, the Sovereign Pontiff drove out in an open carriage and Cardinals...
