The Comic History Of Rome (1852)

The Comic History of Rome is a humorous book written by Gilbert Abbott A. Beckett and first published in 1852. The book is a satirical take on the history of Rome, and it covers the period from the founding of the city to the fall of the Western Roman Empire. The book is divided into chapters, each of which covers a specific period in Roman history. The chapters are filled with witty and humorous anecdotes, puns, and jokes, making it a fun and entertaining read. The book is illustrated with numerous black and white illustrations by John Leech, which add to the humor and charm of the book. The illustrations depict various scenes from Roman history, including battles, political events, and daily life in ancient Rome. Overall, The Comic History of Rome is a delightful read for anyone interested in Roman history or just looking for a good laugh. It is a classic work of satire that has stood the test of time and remains popular to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Political parody is nearly as old as the written word; in modern times it has become a career choice. Beckett's work is a superb sample of the art form. The Comic History of Rome features - A hilarious, thoroughly memorable account of Roman History - 10 steel engravings + 98 wood engravings