Satire
“Satire is traditionally the weapon of the powerless against the powerful.” - Molly Ivins
In the mood for irony, exaggeration and a healthy dose of humor? Then the satire section should be your first port of call. The books included here all feature witty stories by authors who chose to use jokes as their weapon against what they saw as problems in society. So read these books for the charm and humor, but be sure to look deeper for the message that they contain.
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FEATURED AUTHOR - Stanley grew up in a humble suburban house in Louisville, Kentucky, and frequently accompanied his family to church. It was in the church’s cozy library where his passion for reading was ignited. Jules Verne, Mark Twain, J.R.R. Tolkien, H.G. Wells, and C.S. Lewis captured his imagination, transporting him to exotic locales and thrilling adventures, including underwater expeditions. During his schooling, a 5th-grade Social Studies report on the events surrounding Paul Revere's ride sparked his… Read more