A Book of Burlesques

Name: A Book of Burlesques
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Rating: 3.6 (27 reviews)
Author: H. L. (Henry Louis) Mencken

by H. L. (Henry Louis) Mencken

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253 pages~4.2 hr readPublished by Independently PublishedPublished 2025-03-28

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You appreciate sharp cultural criticism and enjoy writers who don't soften their opinions for polite company.
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You like essays that skewer sacred cows, whether they're public figures or literary movements of their day.

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You prefer contemporary criticism and find dated references frustrating rather than historically interesting.
You're looking for balanced analysis rather than opinionated essays written from a singular, provocative viewpoint.
You want light, accessible reading: these essays assume familiarity with turn-of-the-century American culture and politics.

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