{"product_id":"hudibras-in-three-parts-written-in-the-time-of-the-late-wars","title":"Hudibras, in Three Parts, Written in the Time of the Late Wars","description":"\u003cp\u003eHudibras is a spirited satirical poem by Samuel Butler, written in the 17th century during the English Civil War. Published in three parts between 1663 and 1678, the work cleverly critiques the Puritanical zeal and the social upheaval of the time. The narrative follows the misadventures of the titular character, Hudibras, a self-righteous knight whose inflated sense of honor and knowledge belies his foolishness. Through a mocking lens, Butler examines the absurdities of both sides of the conflict, particularly targeting the radical Puritans and their moral pretensions.The poem is distinguished by its witty language, intricate rhymes, and sharp humor. Butler's keen observations on human nature and society encapsulate the tumult of his era, while also reflecting universal themes of folly and hypocrisy. Hudibras remains a significant work, appreciated for its literary artistry and as a commentary on the complexities of ideological conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Booksclassic","offers":[{"title":"Perfect Bound","offer_id":50391114154288,"sku":"9609441251807","price":8.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.thegreatbritishbookshop.co.uk\/products\/hudibras-in-three-parts-written-in-the-time-of-the-late-wars","provider":"The Great British Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}