Tales of the Tories; or Their Merry Conduct in the Field and Prison With Short Characters of Those of Note Written by a Gentleman That was Concern'd Among Them

<p>A fascinating glimpse into the political landscape of early 18th-century Britain Tales of the Tories; or Their Merry Conduct in the Field and Prison offers a satirical and insightful commentary on the Tory party. Written by an anonymous gentleman deeply involved in the political events of the time this collection provides short character sketches of notable figures and recounts episodes from their experiences both in the public sphere and in confinement. The work provides a unique perspective on the social and political dynamics of the era capturing the spirit and controversies that defined British political life during this pivotal period. Its enduring value lies in its vivid portrayal of personalities and events making it an invaluable resource for historians and anyone interested in the roots of modern political discourse. A remarkable primary source offering a lively and engaging read for those seeking a deeper understanding of British history and political satire.</p><p>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 will 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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p>