Publisher's Synopsis
A Strappado For The Devil is a book written by Richard Brathwaite in 1878. The book is a collection of satirical poems and essays that criticize the social and political conditions of England during the 17th century. The title of the book refers to a torture device used during the medieval period, which is used as a metaphor for the author's criticism of the corrupt practices of the ruling class. Brathwaite's writing style is characterized by its wit, humor, and irony, which make his criticisms all the more effective. The book is considered a classic of English literature and an important work of social commentary. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of England or the development of satire as a literary genre.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.
