Publisher's Synopsis
The Posthumous Papers: Facetious And Fanciful, Of A Person Lately About Town is a book written by Cornelius Webbe and first published in 1828. The book is a collection of humorous and satirical essays, stories, and sketches that provide a glimpse into the social, cultural, and political life of London in the early 19th century. The title of the book suggests that the author is presenting the work of a deceased person who was known for their wit and humor and who had a keen eye for the absurdities of society. The book is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different aspect of life in London, such as fashion, politics, religion, and the arts. The essays and stories are written in a lively and entertaining style, and the author's wit and humor are evident throughout. The book is a fascinating and entertaining read for anyone interested in the history of London and the social and cultural life of 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.
