Sketches by Benjamin Disraeli (1834)

Sketches is a collection of 12 short stories written by Benjamin Disraeli in 1839. The stories are set in various locations around Europe and feature a diverse cast of characters, including aristocrats, politicians, and commoners. Through these characters and their interactions, Disraeli offers biting social commentary on topics such as class, gender, and politics. The book is notable for its use of satire and irony, which Disraeli employs to expose the hypocrisy and absurdity of certain societal norms. The stories are also characterized by their concise and punchy narrative style, which adds to their humor and wit. Overall, Sketches is a masterful work of short fiction that showcases Disraeli's skill as a writer and his ability to craft engaging and thought-provoking stories.

By Benjamin Disraeli · First published 1834 · Genre: Historical, Fiction, Short Stories · 35 chapters

Contents

• "Charolois and Branchimont"
• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER I
• "Object of the Whigs"
• "Henrietta"
• "A Philosophical Conversation between a Physician and His Patient."
• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER I
• "A Pert Page"
• "Parliamentary Reform"
• "A Fair Presentment"
• "Containing Some Future Conversation"
• "Love's Messenger"
• "The Menace to England"
• "The Mysterious Stranger"
• "Containing a Drive in the Park with a Very Charming Lady."
• "A Cruel Dart"
• "The English Constitution"
• "Mr. Ferrers Dines with the Consul"
• "Another Message"
• "A True Democracy"
• "A Tender Avowal"
• "Flight and Discovery"
• "Results of Whiggism"
• "The Famous Lord Bohun"
• "The Dove Returns to Imogene"
• "More Mystery"
• "A Welcome Message"
• "The Mystery Revealed"

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• Sybil, or the Two Nations (1845)
• Coningsby or the New Generation (1840)
• Count Alarcos a Tragedy (1823)
• The Voyage of Captain Popanilla (1827)
• Lothair (1870)
• The Rise of Iskander (1874)
• Vivian Grey (1826)
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