Privacity Agent Modest Proposals (33 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Good hardcover. No DJ. Ex-Library with usual markings. Pages are clean and unmarked. Covers show light edge wear with rubbing/light scuffing. Binding is tight, hinges strong. Previous owners name on inside front cover.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day!

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. A. Lismer (illustrator). The pages are clean and tight. Binding and cover are good. Dust jacket has corner clipped and is slightly discolored and edge worn. There is a 1/2 " piece missing at top of spine and tear at bottom of spine. 223 pages.

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Hardback or Cased Book. Condition: New. The Privacity Agent and Other Modest Proposals. Book.

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Condition: Good. 1928. First Edition. 224 pages. Dust jacket over blue cloth. Black and white illustrations throughout. Clean pages with mild tanning and foxing throughout, notable tanning to endpapers. Tightly bound with faint thumb-marking throughout. Pencil inscription to front endpaper. Boards have light edgewear with corner crushing and notable mottling to boards. Mild tanning to spine, which has mild crushing to ends. Moderate water stains to front board. Boards are moderately warped. Notable cocking to spine. Unclipped jacket has moderate edgewear with chips, tears, and creasing. Mild water staining to surfaces. Heavy tanning to spine.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Couverture rigide. Condition: Très bon. A. Lismer (illustrator). 223 p. Ill. Owner's name. Spine discoloured.

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'The Privacity Agent and Other Modest Proposals' is a sophisticated and witty collection of satirical essays that captures the intellectual spirit and humor of the early 20th century. Written by the esteemed Canadian editor and journalist B. K. Sandwell, this volume offers a series of sharp observations on the social, cultural, and political landscape of the era. Through the use of irony and the classical 'modest proposal' format, Sandwell explores themes ranging from the loss of personal privacy to the eccentricities of modern bureaucracy and social etiquette.With a style that is both learned and accessible, Sandwell critiques the absurdities of daily life with a gentle yet incisive touch. Each essay serves as a window into the mind of a keen social observer who navigated the complexities of his time with grace and humor. 'The Privacity Agent and Other Modest Proposals' stands as a significant contribution to Canadian literary humor, demonstrating the power of the essay to entertain while simultaneously challenging the reader to reconsider the world around them. This collection is an essential read for those interested in the evolution of satire and the enduring legacy of one of Canada's most influential men of letters.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Lismer, A. (illustrator). 1st Edition. 223 pages in very good condition. Pages are clean and unmarked with black and white illustrations throughout. Darkened orange publisher's stain on the head edges. Bound in blue cloth with gilt titles on the spine. Faded on the spine. Worn around the edges. Scuffs, and scratches on the boards. 1ST EDITION. VG/- -. Book.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'The Privacity Agent and Other Modest Proposals' is a sophisticated and witty collection of satirical essays that captures the intellectual spirit and humor of the early 20th century. Written by the esteemed Canadian editor and journalist B. K. Sandwell, this volume offers a series of sharp observations on the social, cultural, and political landscape of the era. Through the use of irony and the classical 'modest proposal' format, Sandwell explores themes ranging from the loss of personal privacy to the eccentricities of modern bureaucracy and social etiquette.With a style that is both learned and accessible, Sandwell critiques the absurdities of daily life with a gentle yet incisive touch. Each essay serves as a window into the mind of a keen social observer who navigated the complexities of his time with grace and humor. 'The Privacity Agent and Other Modest Proposals' stands as a significant contribution to Canadian literary humor, demonstrating the power of the essay to entertain while simultaneously challenging the reader to reconsider the world around them. This collection is an essential read for those interested in the evolution of satire and the enduring legacy of one of Canada's most influential men of letters.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "The Privacity Agent and Other Modest Proposals" is a sophisticated and witty collection of satirical essays that captures the intellectual spirit and humor of the early 20th century. Written by the esteemed Canadian editor and journalist B. K. Sandwell, this volume offers a series of sharp observations on the social, cultural, and political landscape of the era. Through the use of irony and the classical "modest proposal" format, Sandwell explores themes ranging from the loss of personal privacy to the eccentricities of modern bureaucracy and social etiquette.With a style that is both learned and accessible, Sandwell critiques the absurdities of daily life with a gentle yet incisive touch. Each essay serves as a window into the mind of a keen social observer who navigated the complexities of his time with grace and humor. "The Privacity Agent and Other Modest Proposals" stands as a significant contribution to Canadian literary humor, demonstrating the power of the essay to entertain while simultaneously challenging the reader to reconsider the world around them. This collection is an essential read for those interested in the evolution of satire and the enduring legacy of one of Canada's most influential men of letters.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface.We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. "The Privacity Agent and Other Modest Proposals" is a sophisticated and witty collection of satirical essays that captures the intellectual spirit and humor of the early 20th century. Written by the esteemed Canadian editor and journalist B. K. Sandwell, this volume offers a series of sharp observations on the social, cultural, and political landscape of the era. Through the use of irony and the classical "modest proposal" format, Sandwell explores themes ranging from the loss of personal privacy to the eccentricities of modern bureaucracy and social etiquette.With a style that is both learned and accessible, Sandwell critiques the absurdities of daily life with a gentle yet incisive touch. Each essay serves as a window into the mind of a keen social observer who navigated the complexities of his time with grace and humor. "The Privacity Agent and Other Modest Proposals" stands as a significant contribution to Canadian literary humor, demonstrating the power of the essay to entertain while simultaneously challenging the reader to reconsider the world around them. This collection is an essential read for those interested in the evolution of satire and the enduring legacy of one of Canada's most influential men of letters.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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