The Egregious English by T. W. H. Crosland
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"The Egregious English" by Angus McNeill is a critical examination of English society and its various facets, written in the early 20th century. The work uses a satirical lens to explore themes such as national pride, social class, and cultural values, showcasing the author's disillusionment with the perceived arrogance and shortcomings of the Englishman. McNeill offers a biting commentary on various sectors, including politics, business, military, and the media, ultimately questioning the
integrity and competence of English institutions. The opening of the book sets a provocative tone as it critiques the Englishman's self-importance, positing that he believes himself to be the pinnacle of civilization. McNeill outlines a historical context in which the English inhabit a unique identity, marked by an indifference to the perspectives of other nations, particularly those of the Irish and Scots. Highlighting the Englishman's blatant arrogance and complacency, the author references the consequences of the Boer War, suggesting that such pride has led to a decline in competence and honor. Through this incisive approach, McNeill prepares the reader for an in-depth exploration of English society's follies in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Crosland, T. W. H. (Thomas William Hodgson), 1865-1924 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Egregious English |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (archive.org) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | National characteristics, English |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 56453 |
| Release Date | Jan 28, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 318 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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