The School Candidates

The School Candidates: A Prosaic Burlesque is a satirical novel written by Henry Clarke and published in 1877. The book follows the story of a group of candidates running for a school board election in a small town. The candidates are all caricatures of real-life politicians and are portrayed as comically inept and corrupt.The novel is written in a humorous and satirical style, using exaggerated descriptions and witty dialogue to poke fun at the political process and the candidates themselves. The story is filled with absurd situations and ridiculous plot twists, making it a lighthearted and entertaining read.Despite its humorous tone, The School Candidates also touches on more serious themes, such as the importance of education and the role of politics in shaping society. The novel ultimately serves as a commentary on the flaws and absurdities of the political system, highlighting the need for reform and change.Overall, The School Candidates: A Prosaic Burlesque is a witty and entertaining satire that provides a unique perspective on politics and society in the late 19th century.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.