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Ferguson, Adam
1723
1816
Hume, David
1711
1776
The history of the proceedings in the case of Margaret, commonly called Peg, only lawful sister to John Bull, Esq.
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Generally attributed to Adam Ferguson; sometimes to David Hume.
A political satire.
Emmanuel Ackerman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
"The History of the Proceedings in the Case of Margaret, commonly called Peg" is a historical account likely written in the mid-18th century. This work unveils the complexities of relationships within the family of John Bull and his sister Peg, highlighting familial disputes and the implications of managing their respective affairs amidst public scrutiny. The narrative encapsulates themes of conflict, pride, and the societal norms surrounding gender roles during this period. The opening of the book introduces us to the main characters, John Bull and his sister Peg, who live in neighboring houses bequeathed to them by their father. Despite being siblings, they often find themselves at odds, particularly over managing their joint estates. The narrative paints a vivid picture of their struggles, balancing their individual pride with practical matters, such as engaging the same attorney to oversee their affairs—an arrangement they initially resist due to personal grievances. As the opening unfolds, it sets the stage for a sibling rivalry filled with humor, tension, and the inevitable escalation of their domestic disputes against a backdrop of social norms and familial expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 60.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Great Britain -- Politics and government -- 18th century -- Humor
England -- Foreign relations -- Scotland -- Humor
Scotland -- Foreign relations -- England -- Humor
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Category: British Literature
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