Parson Dash, or a Rap at Ritualism in Hudibrastic Verse (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Erasmus Holiday

 
9780483876125: Parson Dash, or a Rap at Ritualism in Hudibrastic Verse (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A witty, brisk verse‑novel that follows a country parson from old‑time piety to modern ritualism—and invites you to laugh, think, and reassess faith and power.

Parson Dash is a satirical journey set among rural communities and parish life, told in lively Hudibrastic verse. It tracks the rise of a churchman who starts with traditional duties and local loyalties, then moves through a tangled landscape of Reform, politics, and ritual modernism. The book blends humor with social observation to explore how religious practice can reflect, resist, or reshape a community.

  • A vivid character portrait of Parson Dash and his world, from hillside villages to urban halls
  • Sharp humor about church rituals, leadership, and the clash between old ways and new ideas
  • Scenes of local life, debates over doctrine and governance, and political turns that influence faith
  • A satirical lens on how reputation, advancement, and tradition interact in a changing church
Ideal for readers who enjoy verse that mingles wit, social commentary, and a touch of vaudeville in a 19th‑century setting.

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