Gryll Grange

Name: Gryll Grange
Author: Thomas Love Peacock

by Thomas Love Peacock

Comic novel of retirement life where an elderly gentleman hosts philosophical and whimsical guests

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Thomas Love Peacock

Peacock was an original and witty satirist who created a unique genre of the conversation novel, where characters representing intellectual positions debate and dine. His friendship with Shelley gave his satire particular edge.

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