Biltmore Oswald; The Diary Of A Hapless Recruit (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789354940446)

A sharp, delighted smile greets you from the page. Biltmore Oswald is a brisk, witty plunge into a world where order meets chaos and the joke lands squarely on the desk of authority. This satirical novel unfolds as a humorous diary, a deft epistolary satire of early twentieth-century military life. Through the hapless recruit's misadventures and a web of bureaucratic absurdity, Smith lampoons recruitment folly, public rituals, and the small cruelties of the system. The voice is clear, accessible, and brisk, inviting classic literature lovers and casual readers alike to revel in a clever social comedy that remains fresh with every reading. Published by Alpha Editions, this is more than a reprint; it is a restoration of a lost voice for today's and tomorrow's audiences. The British setting and pointed humour place it firmly in the canon of classics of satire, offering a window into public life as seen from a wry, amused perspective. It's a treasure for public domain readers and collectors who relish linguistic charm, historical texture, and a book that travels well beyond its era. Selling points come alive in the pages: out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions; restored for today's and future generations; more than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure.

Author: J. Thorne Smith
ISBN-10: 9354940447
ISBN-13: 9789354940446
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Language: English
Published: 08/17/2021
Pages: 94
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.33lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.23d