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The Military Adventures of Johnny Newcome / With an Account of his Campaign on the Peninsula and in Pall Mall

By David Roberts
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A comic verse narrative follows a naive young man from a merchant household who purchases a commission and enters military life, confronting blunders in barracks, awkward social ambition, sea transport, camp hardships, sickness and evacuation, and eventual return to domestic society. Episodes lampoon martial pretension through episodic set pieces—enlistment, billeting, rations, battlefield sketches, and letters home—supplemented by satirical officer notes and colored plates that heighten the humor and ironic critique of social aspiration and military routine.

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David Roberts

David Roberts was an English author known for his satirical and humorous take on military life in the early 19th century. His notable work, "The Military Adventures of Johnny Newcome," offers a comedic perspective on the experiences of a soldier during the Peninsular War and his subsequent return to civilian life in Pall Mall. Through his writing, Roberts captures the absurdities and challenges faced by soldiers, blending wit with social commentary. His contributions reflect the literary heritage of the period, providing insight into the cultural attitudes towards the military and society.

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