The modern Job! or John Bull and his comforts
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The modern Job! or John Bull and his comforts
The modern Job! or John Bull and his comforts!. John Bull, in tattered clothes, seated on a stool, gazing gloomily at a book on the ground: The Extraordinary Red Book. He is surrounded by the Regent with two gouty legs supported on crutches, Liverpool, McMahon, Canning, Sidmouth, Ellenborough, the Duke of York, and the Dukes of Kent and Cambridge. Date 1816 Aug. The modern Job! or John Bull and his comforts!. John Bull, in tattered clothes, seated on a stool, gazing gloomily at a book on the ground: The Extraordinary Red Book. He is surrounded by the Regent with two gouty legs supported on crutches, Liverpool, McMahon, Canning, Sidmouth, Ellenborough, the Duke of York, and the Dukes of Kent and Cambridge. Date 1816 Aug
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This thought-provoking image, titled "The Modern Job! or John Bull and his Comforts!," dates back to August 1816 and offers a satirical commentary on the political and social climate of the time in Britain. John Bull, the symbolic representation of the common Englishman, is depicted in a state of despair, seated on a stool and wearing tattered clothes. He gazes gloomily at an open book titled "The Extraordinary Red Book," which symbolizes the hardships and struggles faced by the average citizen. Surrounding John Bull are some of the most prominent political figures of the day, including the Regent, who is shown with two gouty legs supported by crutches, and various other members of the government such as Liverpool, McMahon, Canning, Sidmouth, Ellenborough, the Duke of York, and the Dukes of Kent and Cambridge. The presence of these powerful men underscores the idea that the common people are being overlooked and neglected by those in power. The title "The Modern Job!" is a reference to the biblical character Job, who was tested by God and endured numerous hardships, but remained faithful. The "modern Job" in this image represents the plight of the common man, who, despite his struggles, continues to persevere in the face of adversity. This powerful and poignant image serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by the working class during this period and the need for greater representation and support from those in positions of power.
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