The Happy Hypocrite: A Fairy Tale for Tired Men

The Happy Hypocrite: A Fairy Tale for Tired Men

Title: The Happy Hypocrite: A Fairy Tale for Tired Men
Author: Max Beerbohm
Release: 2025-03-30
Kind: audiobook
Genre: Comedy
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The Happy Hypocrite: A Fairy Tale for Ti Max Beerbohm
In "The Happy Hypocrite," Max Beerbohm crafts a whimsical fairy tale exploring the themes of artifice and authenticity. The protagonist, Lord George Hell, undergoes a fantastical transformation to win the woman he desires. This satirical novella delves into societal expectations, the pursuit of happiness, and the complex interplay between truth and pretense, all wrapped in Beerbohm's signature wit and ironic charm.

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