Blackstick Papers (1908)

Blackstick Papers is a collection of satirical essays written by Anne Thackeray Ritchie, daughter of the famous Victorian novelist William Makepeace Thackeray. First published in 1908, the book features a series of fictional letters written by the elderly Lady Blackstick, a character who serves as a mouthpiece for Ritchie's witty observations on Victorian society. Through Lady Blackstick's pointed commentary on topics such as fashion, politics, and social conventions, Ritchie offers a satirical critique of the hypocrisy and superficiality of upper-class life in late 19th-century England. The essays are written in a lively and engaging style, with a keen eye for detail and a sharp sense of humor. Overall, Blackstick Papers is a charming and entertaining work that provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of Victorian satire.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.