Sketches and Tales; or, The Life and Opinions of a Sovereign

by Peregrine Oakley

Book Overview

An imaginative and witty satire of royal life, told from the perspective of an egotistical and na ve young monarch. Through a series of sketches and stories, this novel takes the reader on a journey through the absurdities and contradictions of the world of kings and queens, and offers a sly commentary on the nature of power, authority, and democracy.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1022203517
• ISBN13: 9781022203518
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 446 Pages
• Weight: 1.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.2"