| Author |
Steele, Richard, Sir, 1672-1729 |
| Editor |
Morley, Henry, 1822-1894 |
| Title |
Isaac Bickerstaff, Physician and Astrologer
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Les Bowler, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"Issac Bickerstaff, Physician and Astrologer" by Sir Richard Steele is a collection of essays originally published in journals during the early 18th century. The book is centered around the character of Isaac Bickerstaff, a fictional physician and astrologer who provides commentary on the social mores and behaviors of his time through thoughtful and often humorous essays that reflect the cultural life of his era. The opening of the work sets the stage for Bickerstaff’s persona by introducing the context of his genealogical claims and his critique of contemporary society. He humorously asserts his family lineage and pokes fun at both existing societal norms and individuals, setting a sly tone for the essays to follow. This introduction hints at Bickerstaff's dual role as a thoughtful observer and a satirical commentator on issues like marriage, societal vanity, and human folly, through a blend of wit, wisdom, and charm. This establishes a rich ground for engaging narratives that will blend personal anecdotes with broader reflections on love, marriage, and the follies of human character. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English wit and humor
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| Subject |
Fictitious characters -- Autobiography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2644 |
| Release Date |
May 1, 2001 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 8, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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