Ginx's Baby: His Birth and Other Misfortunes; a Satire
By Edward Jenkins
Length3h 12m
About this audiobook
In "Ginx's Baby: His Birth and Other Misfortunes; a Satire," Edward Jenkins delivers a biting social commentary wrapped in the guise of a whimsical narrative. The novel explores the themes of parenthood and societal expectations through the misadventures surrounding Ginx, a hapless yet beguiling character whose life reflects the absurdities of contemporary Victorian society. Jenkins employs a satirical tone characteristic of the era, combining sharp wit and humor with poignant observations as he critiques the pitfalls of social conventions, particularly in relation to women and child-rearing. The blend of narrative invention and incisive critique situates the work within the tradition of Victorian satire, making it both a reflection of and an engagement with the pressing societal issues of the time. Edward Jenkins, an influential figure in Victorian literature, was particularly known for his incisive wit and ability to capture the nuances of human behavior. His experiences navigating the burgeoning literary scene and witnessing the struggles of ordinary individuals during the era profoundly shaped his narrative voice and thematic focus. Jenkins sought to challenge prevailing norms and to spark conversations around the complexities of family dynamics, masculinity, and societal hypocrisy, which undoubtedly informed the creation of "Ginx's Baby." This book is highly recommended for readers interested in Victorian literature, satire, and societal critiques. Jenkins' clever storytelling invites readers to not only laugh but also reflect on the enduring challenges of parenting and societal expectations. "Ginx's Baby" remains a significant and engaging work that resonates with contemporary discussions on family and social responsibility.
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GenrePsychology
Length3 hrs 12 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
2PART I. WHAT GINX DID WITH HIM.
3I.—Ab initio.
4II.—Home, sweet Home!
5III.—Work and Ideas.
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6IV.—Digressive, and may be skipped without mutilating the History.
7V.—Reasons and Resolves.
8VI.—The Antagonism of Law and Necessity.
9Two gentlemen, who had been observing the excitement, here came forward.
10VIII.—The Baby's First Translation.
11PART II. WHAT CHARITY AND THE CHURCHES DID WITH HIM.
12I.—The Milk of Human Kindness, Mother's Milk, and the Milk of the Word.
13II.—The Protestant Detectoral Association.
14III.—The Sacrament of Baptism.
15IV.—Law on Behalf of Gospel.
16V.—Magistrate's Law.
17VI-Popery and Protestantism in the Queen's Bench.
18VII.—A Protestor, but not a Protestant.
19VIII.—“See how these Christians love one another.”
20IX.—Good Samaritans, and Good-Samaritan Twopences.
21X.—The Force—and a Specimen of its Weakness.
22XI.—The Unity of the Spirit and the Bond of Peace.
23XII.—No Funds—no Faith, no Works.
24XIII.—In transitu.
25PART III. WHAT THE PARISH DID WITH HIM.
26I.—Parochial Knots—to be untied without prejudice.
27II.—A Board of Guardians.
28III.—“The World is my Parish.”
29IV.—Without prejudice to any one but the Guardians.
30V.-An Ungodly Jungle.
31VI.—Parochial Benevolence—and another translation.
32PART IV. WHAT THE CLUBS AND POLITICIANS DID WITH HIM.
33I.—Moved on.
34II.-Club Ideas.
35III.—A thorough-paced Reformer—if not a Revolutionary.
36IV.—Very Broad Views.
37V.—Party Tactics—and Political Obstructions to Social Reform.
38VI.—Amateur Debating in a High Legislative Body.
39PART V. WHAT GINX'S BABY DID WITH HIMSELF.
40The Last Chapter.
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