Written at the same time as Oliver Twist - indeed the serialized version of the novel referred to Mudfog as the protagonist's home town - The Mudfog Papers lampoons all manner of journalistic and scientific writing of the time and showcases the young Dickens at his satirical best.
This collection of essays by George Bentley explores the themes of work, leisure, and culture in the late 19th century. Bentley argues that the rise of industrial capitalism has created a culture of overwork and stress, which has negative effects on both individual health and social harmony. He advocates for a more balanced approach to work and leisure, and encourages readers to cultivate their intellectual and artistic interests as a means of personal fulfillment.
The 10th Congress of the European Federation of National Associations of Ort- paedics and Traumatology (EFORT) is the most important combined congress of the national societies in Europe.