The Comical Pilgrim; or, Travels of a Cynick Philosopher... by Anonymous
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| Author | Anonymous |
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| Title |
The Comical Pilgrim; or, Travels of a Cynick Philosopher... Thro' the most Wicked Parts of the World, Namely, England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland, and Holland |
| Note | Reading ease score: 52.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Comical Pilgrim; or, Travels of a Cynick Philosopher" is a satirical travel narrative written in the early 18th century. This work, attributed to an anonymous author, explores the author's observations of the vices and follies prevalent in various parts of Britain and beyond, offering a candid critique of society. The main character embarks on a pilgrimage to serve as a "cynick philosopher,” scrutinizing the moral decay in regions such as England, Scotland, Ireland, and Holland. At the start of the text, the narrator introduces himself and establishes his purpose: to travel not for religious pilgrimage but to observe and critique the shortcomings of humanity—especially the vices he encounters in England, where he finds the most pronounced debauchery. Through a series of humorous and often grotesque anecdotes, he shares his experiences in London, observing drunkenness in taverns, immorality on the English stage, and the general carelessness of citizens. With each observation, he reflects on the state of morality, revealing a sharp wit and an intention to expose the follies of both individuals and society at large, setting the tone for an entertaining yet critical exploration of the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Netherlands -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56276 |
| Release Date | Dec 31, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 51 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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