A satire on Byronism and pessimism in general. A gathering of eccentric characters in a country house, including Mr Glowry, his son Scythrop and Mr Toobad, lead

Step into a world of wit and whimsy with "Crotchet Castle" by Thomas Love Peacock. This delightful novel combines satire and philosophy, set in the idyllic surr

Peacock's first novel is situated within its literary and historical contexts via a substantial introduction, generous notes, and annotated appendices.