ISBN: 9781331834816 - the devil upon two sticks in england, vol. 2: being a continuation of le diable boiteux of le sage (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book creatively details the escapades of The Devil and Don Cleofas as they stroll through 18th century London. The Devil, perched atop Don Cleofasâs shoulder, offers commentary on the citizens they encounter. The author provides rich descriptions of London society and the lives of its people, while The Devil gleefully uses his powers to sow chaos for the upper class. The characters met by the duo include a fortune-hunting baronet, an aging countess trying to maintain her youth, a quack doctor who takes advantage of society, and a coquette who makes her living breaking the hearts of men. This book will appeal to anyone interested in a humorous tale of life in 18th century England. Its accessible language and entertaining characters provide an insightful and engaging read. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…