The Economist by Hilaire Belloc
This satirical novel is set in a fictional country and follows the story of a young man who becomes embroiled in politics. The narrative explores themes of power, corruption, and social commentary through a series of absurd events and characters.
By Hilaire Belloc · First published 1905 · Genre: Satire, Fiction, Social Commentary · 2,213 words
First lines
A gentleman possessing some three thousand acres of land, the most of it contiguous, one field with another, or, as he himself, his agent, his bailiff, his wife, his moneylender, and others called it, "in a ring fence," was in the habit of asking down to the country at Christmas time some friend or friends, though more usually a friend than friends, because the income he received from the three thousand acres of land had become extremely small.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Hilaire Belloc
- Date: 1905 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Satire, Fiction, Social Commentary, Philosophical Literature, Comedy
- Length: 2,213 words
- Structure: 1 section, 35 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Satire — The narrative employs humor and irony to critique economic theories and societal norms.
- Fiction — The story is a fictional account involving characters and a plot centered around economic discussions.
- Social Commentary — The text provides insights into social and economic issues, reflecting on the disparities and challenges of the time.
- Philosophical Literature — The dialogue explores abstract economic concepts and philosophical ideas about value and production.
Tags
Satire · Social Commentary · Economic Critique · Poetry · Verse · Humor · Irony · Sarcasm · Critique of Capitalism · Class Struggle · Labor Rights · Poetic Satire