Abracadabra & other satires

Name: Abracadabra & other satires
Author: John Galsworthy

By John Galsworthy

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The collection gathers satirical short pieces and sketches that examine manners, anxieties, and moral contradictions of modern life. Through ironic portraits, psychological vignettes and grotesque scenes, the pieces follow individuals whose private delusions, evasions, or exaltations expose social pretence and personal fragility. One story traces a sensitive woman's gradual adoption of a belief that she lacks a body as a means of coping with domestic pressures; others range from mock-sermons and sporting reveries to concise studies of extravagance and human foibles. The tone shifts between caustic wit and melancholy observation, offering varied formal experiments in satire and short fiction.

About the Author

John Galsworthy

John Galsworthy was an English novelist and playwright, best known for his literary exploration of social issues and the human condition. His most notable work, the Forsyte Saga, delves into the lives of a wealthy family in Victorian England, highlighting themes of class and morality. Galsworthy's writing is characterized by its keen observation and rich character development, often reflecting his own experiences and the societal changes of his time. In addition to his novels, he contributed significantly to the theatre with plays such as "A Family Man" and "The Complete Plays of John Galsworthy." His works remain an important part of early 20th-century literature, showcasing the complexities of human relationships and societal expectations.