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LoC No.: 17018156
Title: The Oppressed English
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Produced by Suzanne Shell, Martin Pettit and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
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by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "The Oppressed English" by Ian Hay is a satirical commentary written in the early 20th century. This book blends elements of humor and critique as it explores the international perceptions of the English people and the social dynamics within the British Empire during the tumultuous period of World War I. The likely topic of this work revolves around the ironic notion that the English, often seen as arrogant and self-satisfied, actually play the role of the underappreciated scapegoat within the broader imperial context. In "The Oppressed English," Ian Hay presents a lively examination of the Englishman's character as perceived by others, particularly focusing on their interactions with Americans, Scots, and the Irish. The narrative unfolds various stereotypes and conflicts, highlighting how the English are blamed for the unpleasant aspects of British imperial actions while others receive credit for successes. Hay touches on the complexities of English identity, particularly during the war, suggesting that the English often bear undue criticism while being intrinsically modest and reserved. The work navigates through themes of cultural misunderstanding, national pride, and the expectations placed upon the English, ultimately portraying them as a misunderstood people caught in a spectrum of imperial relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 59.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Hay, Ian, 1876-1952
EBook No.: 41448
Published: Nov 23, 2012
Downloads: 70
Language: English
Subject: Irish question
Subject: National characteristics, English
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 17018156
Title: The Oppressed English
Credits:
Produced by Suzanne Shell, Martin Pettit and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "The Oppressed English" by Ian Hay is a satirical commentary written in the early 20th century. This book blends elements of humor and critique as it explores the international perceptions of the English people and the social dynamics within the British Empire during the tumultuous period of World War I. The likely topic of this work revolves around the ironic notion that the English, often seen as arrogant and self-satisfied, actually play the role of the underappreciated scapegoat within the broader imperial context. In "The Oppressed English," Ian Hay presents a lively examination of the Englishman's character as perceived by others, particularly focusing on their interactions with Americans, Scots, and the Irish. The narrative unfolds various stereotypes and conflicts, highlighting how the English are blamed for the unpleasant aspects of British imperial actions while others receive credit for successes. Hay touches on the complexities of English identity, particularly during the war, suggesting that the English often bear undue criticism while being intrinsically modest and reserved. The work navigates through themes of cultural misunderstanding, national pride, and the expectations placed upon the English, ultimately portraying them as a misunderstood people caught in a spectrum of imperial relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 59.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Hay, Ian, 1876-1952
EBook No.: 41448
Published: Nov 23, 2012
Downloads: 70
Language: English
Subject: Irish question
Subject: National characteristics, English
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.