1818, 1st Ed, THE FUDGE FAMILY IN PARIS, by THOMAS MOORE, SATIRE BRITISH SOCIETY

Description: [Moore, Thomas] The Fudge Family in Paris Edited by Thomas Brown, the Younger New York: W. B. Gilley 1818 First American Edition 24mo, 126 pages, period black boards rebacked with white binder's tape. Ex-library with many of the typical markings. Some chips and losses to title and final leaf of text. Rubbing and wear, discoloration, a few pages are a little loose, else in good condition. "The Fudge Family in Paris" is an 1818 satirical work by Irish poet Thomas Moore. Presented as a series of letters, it humorously critiques British society and politics during the post-Napoleonic era. The narrative follows the Fudge family—Phil Fudge, his son Bob, daughter Biddy, and their Irish tutor Phelim Connor—during their visit to Paris after the Bourbon Restoration. Each character offers a distinct perspective: Phil Fudge writes sycophantic letters to Lord Castlereagh, echoing government propaganda; Bob, a dandy, indulges in Parisian pleasures; Biddy seeks romantic adventures; and Phelim, an Irish revolutionary, provides a critical view of British policies. Through their experiences, Moore satirizes the superficiality of British tourists and critiques the political climate of the time. If you have any questions, feel free to ask, and don't forget to check out my other listings.

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