Peacock, Thomas Love
Thomas Love Peacock - - Headlong Hall:
- ISBN 13:
- 9781785431289
- author:
- Peacock, Thomas Love
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Copyright Group Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 58
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Classics, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Thomas Love Peacock - Headlong Hall I Almost Think It Is the Ultimate Destiny of Science to Exterminate the Human Race A satirical novel that explores the intersection of science and society, written by Thomas Love Peacock in 1816. This work marked a significant shift in Peacock's literary career, as he found his true field in satiric fiction. Peacock's life was marked by both professional and personal pursuits. As a clerk with the Ludlow Fraser Company, he balanced his work with writing, often visiting the British Museum to study classic literature. His personal life also played a role, including his marriage to Jane Gryffydh in 1820 and the birth of their four children. Published in 1817, Headlong Hall is a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between science and humanity, one that continues to resonate with readers today.
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