Project Gutenberg 2007-06-12 Public domain in the USA. 802 Stevens, George Alexander 1710 1780 Stevens, G. A. (George Alexander) Humm, Henry, Sir Pedasculus, Paulus Purgantius Purgantius Pedasculus, Paulus A Lecture On Heads As Delivered By Mr. Charles Lee Lewes, To Which Is Added, An Essay On Satire, With Forty-Seven Heads By Nesbit, From Designs By Thurston, 1812 Produced by David Widger "A Lecture On Heads" by George Alexander Stevens is a theatrical lecture, likely written in the late 18th to early 19th century. This work blends humor and social commentary, utilizing a collection of whimsical character studies linked to the concept of 'heads,' or human characteristics, and explores the follies of society. The opening of the lecture introduces the author’s intent to entertain an audience by drawing on various humorous observations about human behavior, specifically focusing on the concept of the head as both a physical attribute and a metaphor for personality traits. It begins with an address explaining the success and the various adaptations of the lecture over time, highlighting the author's acknowledgment of its popularity. Stevens humorously sets the stage for a variety of character sketches, each represented by a different 'head,' showcasing various archetypes like the 'Blood' of London—whose frivolous demeanor contrasts sharply with more serious characters from society. This unique blend of satire, character exploration, and social critique establishes a lively atmosphere, inviting audiences to reflect on the absurdities of their own social interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) file:///public/vhost/g/gutenberg/html/files/21822/21822-h/images/cover.jpg Reading ease score: 61.0 (8th & 9th grade). 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