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Anonymous
Anonyme
Anonymous, Anonymous
Christmas Chat
or, Observations on the late change at court, on the different characters of the ins and outs; and on the present state of publick affairs.
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"Christmas Chat" by Anonymous is a satirical political dialogue written in the mid-18th century. The book captures a conversation among several characters, including Mr. Broadbottom and Sir John Probeum, as they discuss the recent changes in the British government and the state of public affairs during a festive gathering at Broadbottom's country house. Through humor and banter, the text explores themes of political corruption, self-interest, and the complexities of public service in a changing political landscape. In "Christmas Chat," the characters engage in a lively debate that touches on various political issues of the day, including the nature of ministry changes, public opinion, and the expectations from elected representatives. Full of wit and insightful commentary, the dialogue reflects the anxieties of the time regarding governance and the role of politicians in addressing the people's grievances. The discussions reveal the characters' skepticism towards the motives of those in power, as well as their hopes and fears concerning the well-being of their country. Ultimately, the text presents a humorous yet critical examination of the interplay between politics and human nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Great Britain -- Politics and government -- 18th century
Dialogues
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Category: Humour
Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
Category: History - British
Category: History - Early Modern (c. 1450-1750)
Category: Politics
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