Marriage

Marriage by H.L. Mencken is a satirical and witty commentary on the institution of marriage. Mencken, a renowned journalist and social critic, examines the history, traditions, and expectations surrounding marriage, and offers a scathing critique of its flaws and limitations.Through a series of essays, Mencken challenges the notion that marriage is a necessary and desirable aspect of life, arguing that it is often a source of frustration, disappointment, and unhappiness. He skewers the romanticized ideal of marriage as a union of two soulmates, and instead portrays it as a mundane and often tedious arrangement that serves primarily to perpetuate social norms and expectations.Mencken also explores the role of gender in marriage, highlighting the unequal power dynamics that often exist between men and women. He critiques the traditional gender roles that are imposed on married couples, arguing that they limit individual freedom and creativity.Despite its biting critique, Marriage is also a humorous and entertaining read. Mencken's wit and irreverence are on full display throughout the book, making it a classic of American satire. Overall, Marriage is a thought-provoking and entertaining examination of one of society's most enduring institutions.THIS 64 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: In Defense of Women, by H. L. Mencken. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417905166.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.