Are these Things So? (1740) The Great Man's Answer to Are These things So: (1740)

"Are these Things So? (1740) The Great Man's Answer to Are These things So:…" by James Miller is a witty exchange of pamphlets that throws a stone at early 18th-century British politics. In a time when writers took sides, these works boldly challenge Robert Walpole’s leadership as Prime Minister. The first pamphlet kicks things off with an Englishman wondering why Britain seems to be falling apart under Walpole's watch, launching a series of pointed questions about the country's troubles. In reply, the second pamphlet fires back with Walpole’s side of the story, full of defenses that hint at deeper corruption. Armed with clever satire and loaded language, Miller doesn’t just question Walpole; he pokes fun at the whole British political scene, suggesting a need for honest leadership and ethical government. All together, these writings create a picture of the issues and environment of 18th-century England.