Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Adventures of Valentine Vox: The Ventriloquist is a novel written by Henry Cockton. The book centers around the life of Valentine Vox, a talented ventriloquist who travels around England performing his act. Vox is a complex character who is both charming and manipulative, and the novel explores his relationships with the people he encounters on his travels, including his love interests and his rivals.The story is set in the 19th century and provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of traveling performers during this time. The book is full of colorful characters and vivid descriptions of the towns and cities that Vox visits. The novel is also notable for its use of humor and satire, as well as its commentary on social issues of the time.Overall, The Life and Adventures of Valentine Vox: The Ventriloquist is a captivating and entertaining read that offers a unique perspective on life in 19th-century England. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ventriloquism, the history of performance art, or Victorian literature.The Horrors Of Private Lunatic Asylums In 19th Century England. Early Printing Of This Novel In Which The Author Uses His Hero A Ventriloquist Magician To Fight Against The Injustice And Inhumanity Of The Victorian Lunatic Asylum.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.
