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In *Snobs*, celebrated humorist Russell Lynes draws on his reputation as a taste‑connoisseur to dissect the various manifestations of snobbery that permeate society. From the regional and political to the moral and sensual, and even the paradoxical "reverse" snob, Lynes analyzes how pretension surfaces in everyday interactions. His sharp observations illuminate the subtle ways in which snobbery lingers in modern culture, offering readers both humor and insight into recognizing and understanding this pervasive social phenomenon.
First publish date: 1950
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comic Satire
Authors: Russell Lynes
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