Headlong Hall & Nightmare Abbey
by Thomas Love Peacock
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Pub Date 11 Apr 2025 | Archive Date Not set
P-Wave Press | P-Wave Classics
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Description
Discover the wit and sharp satire of Thomas Love Peacock in this new edition of Headlong Hall and Nightmare Abbey. These two brilliant novels weave humour and philosophy into tales that mock the extremes of human thought and intellectual fads.
In Headlong Hall, Squire Headlong gathers a colourful cast of guests at his Welsh estate to debate progress, nature, and society, each clinging to their own exaggerated ideals. Peacock’s playful critique of intellectual extremes is as entertaining as it is insightful.
Nightmare Abbey shifts to a darker, more introspective satire, following the melancholic Scythrop Glowry as he navigates Romantic despair within his family’s gloomy mansion. With characters inspired by Shelley and Byron, Peacock’s humour shines through the gloom.
This edition, with new introductions and notes by L.A. Davenport, brings Peacock’s timeless critique of Romanticism and societal quirks to life for a new generation of readers.
A Note From the Publisher
Why Read This Book?
• Perfect for fans of classic satire, literary humour, and 19th-century British literature.
• Peacock’s playful mockery of Romantic idealism is both entertaining and thought-provoking.
Key Features:
• New introductions and annotations by L.A. Davenport, providing context and insight into Peacock's world.
• A beautifully presented edition that celebrates Peacock’s unique voice.
For Readers of: Jane Austen, Oscar Wilde, P.G. Wodehouse, and classic British satire.
Request and Review: We welcome early reviews and reader feedback. Please share your thoughts on NetGalley, Goodreads, and other platforms to help celebrate Peacock’s timeless humour.
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Available Editions
EDITION | Paperback |
ISBN | 9781916937086 |
PRICE | £8.99 (GBP) |
PAGES | 280 |