Virgidemiarum, Satires

Virgidemiarum, Satires: In Six Books is a collection of satirical poems written by Joseph Hall and originally published in 1597. The book is divided into six books, each containing a number of satirical poems that comment on various aspects of society and culture in Elizabethan England. The poems cover a wide range of topics, including politics, religion, literature, and social customs.Hall's satire is biting and often scathing, taking aim at the hypocrisy and corruption of the ruling classes, as well as the follies and vices of everyday people. His poems are marked by their sharp wit, clever wordplay, and keen observations of human nature.The 1825 edition of Virgidemiarum, Satires: In Six Books includes an introduction by the editor, which provides historical context and background information on Hall's life and work. The edition also includes footnotes and annotations to help readers understand the historical and cultural references in the poems.Overall, Virgidemiarum, Satires: In Six Books is a fascinating and entertaining glimpse into the world of Elizabethan satire, and a testament to Hall's skill as a poet and social commentator.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.