The Solution of the Pyramid Problem or, Pyramid Discoveries With a New Theory as to their Ancient Use...

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J A Hammerton

The Solution of the Pyramid Problem or, Pyramid Discoveries With a New Theory as to their Ancient Use

Name: The Solution of the Pyramid Problem or, Pyramid Discoveries With a New Theory as to their Ancient Use
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J A Hammerton

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Alpha Editions
30 October 2025

Parodies & spoofs

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A swirl of top hats, trailing gowns, and knowing smirks fills the candlelit salons and bustling streets of Victorian London, where wit is both weapon and shield. Here, every exchange is a contest of manners, and every gathering a stage for the sharpest social satire. Through a series of brilliantly illustrated humour and society cartoons, this volume captures the pulse of 19th century satire at its most incisive, dissecting the foibles and pretensions of the era's upper crust with a deftness that remains both biting and irresistibly entertaining. The British comic art within is more than mere caricature; it is a lively panorama of Victorian era society, rich with the nuances of social commentary humour and the subtle interplay of status, ambition, and folly. Each page is a window into the rhythms and rituals of London society, rendered with a dry, unmistakably British wit that skewers hypocrisy and celebrates eccentricity. The interplay of text and illustration offers a reading experience that is as visually engaging as it is intellectually stimulating, inviting the reader to linger over each humourous drawing and the clever turn of phrase that accompanies it. For those who appreciate the enduring power of British humour books, the work stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of illustrated humour and the art of gentle mockery. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, offering both general readers and connoisseurs of British caricature a rare glimpse into the wit and wisdom of Victorian social life.

Edited by: J A Hammerton
Imprint: Alpha Editions
ISBN: 9789374594322
ISBN 10: 9374594323
Pages: 102
Publication Date: 30 October 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active