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The Humbugs of the World - An Account of Humbugs Delusions Impositions Quackeries Deceits and Deceivers Generally in All Ages
P. T. Barnum
Casa editrice: DigiCat
Sinossi
P.T. Barnum's 'The Humbugs of the World' is a scathing and meticulous essay that delves into the various facets of deception in society. Barnum, a master showman himself, turns his critical eye towards the countless forms of humbug - a term he equates with sophisticated lying - that pervade religion, politics, business, science, and medicine. Presented through both thematic exposition and illustrative anecdotes, Barnum's prose carries a casual yet incisive style, adorned with the quintessential flair of a nineteenth-century polemicist. The work serves not only as cultural criticism but stands firmly within the traditions of American literary cynicism, articulating a forerunner's version of what would later become a staple in American critical thought.nPhineas Taylor Barnum's colorful life as an entrepreneur and entertainment impresario provides a unique backdrop for this exploration of deceit. Known for founding the Barnum & Bailey Circus and coining the phrase 'There's a sucker born every minute,' Barnum's personal experiences with deception in show business granted him unparalleled insights into the mechanisms and effects of humbug in daily life. It is perhaps no coincidence that, through 'The Humbugs of the World,' Barnum sought to draw the curtain on the very practices that had been instrumental to his own success. This work can be seen as a confession, a critique, and perhaps an act of self-reflection from one of the era's most iconic figures of spectacle.n'The Humbugs of the World' is recommended for those who are interested in the social constructs of deceit, historical perspectives on cultural practices, and the psychology behind pervasive falsehoods. Barnum's multifaceted analysis, interwoven with real examples, renders the book an intriguing read for scholars of American history and enthusiasts of cultural studies. The book elucidates the timeless nature of humbug, inviting the reader to consider its implications within the modern context and providing an enlightening lens through which to view the persisting phenomenon of human deception.
Disponibile da: 21/11/2022.
Lunghezza di stampa: 343 pagine.
