Publisher's Synopsis
Waltz: An Apostrophic Hymn is a poem written by Horace Hornem in 1821. The poem is a satirical take on the waltz, a popular dance of the time, and its perceived negative effects on society. The poem is written in the form of an apostrophe, where the author addresses the waltz as if it were a person. Hornem's poem criticizes the waltz for being a frivolous and immoral dance that leads to promiscuity and moral decay. The poem also mocks the upper-class society that embraces the waltz and its supposed sophistication. Despite its controversial nature, the poem was well-received by critics and became a popular satire of the time. Overall, Waltz: An Apostrophic Hymn is a witty and humorous commentary on the societal norms and values of early 19th-century England.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.
