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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a humorous and satirical exploration of the foibles of 18th-century English society. The author uses witty dialogue and dramatic scenes to expose the vanity, hypocrisy, and greed that permeate the lives of the upper classes. From the overly-indulgent Sir Simon Dupe, whose decisions are swayed by flattery, to the scheming Mr. Outside, who uses his charm and manipulation to gain access to wealth, the characters are colorful representations of the era's social landscape. The book also examines the nature of love and marriage, exploring how societal pressures and personal agendas often dictate choices, rather than genuine affection. Ultimately, the author's keen observations provide a timeless look at the human condition, reminding us that the flaws and complexities of social interaction, as well as the pitfalls of pursuing wealth and status, remain relevant throughout history. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.