The Free Lance, October-December 1912

Edited and Annotated by S. T. Joshi

By:

H.L. Mencken

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Paperback / softback

Series:

Collected Essays and Journalism of H. L. Mencken

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In this volume of his "Free Lance" columns, H. L. Mencken continues to address political, social, and literary issues confronting his native city, his country, and the world. He takes aim at the "vice crusade," boldly recommending quasi-legalization of prostitution as a safety measure. He once again criticizes many American cities, including Baltimore, for failing to stem outbreaks of typhoid. He finds much merit in Theodore Dreiser's new novel, The Financier. And he relentlessly attacks the preachers, do-gooders, and other "moral crusaders" who think that a utopia will be ushered in if only we banish cigarettes, liquor, and other objects of their wrath. Throughout these columns, Mencken uses the sharp weapons of humor, satire, and parody to score his points-and to amuse his readers.

Release date Australia

April 8th, 2020

Author

H.L. Mencken

Series

Collected Essays and Journalism of H. L. Mencken

Contributor

Edited by S.T. Joshi

Pages

318

Audience

General (US: Trade)

Dimensions

152x229x18

ISBN-13

9798635420287

Product ID

33412320

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