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In 'My Discovery of England,' Stephen Leacock offers a satirical reflection on the transatlantic cultural exchanges of his era, reversing the common narrative of English writers documenting their experiences in America. Leacock's astute observations are presented in a humorous and eloquent prose, which archly comments on the Anglo-American relationship through his own pseudo-anthropological expedition to England. The book is set against the broader literary context of early 20th-century travel writing and cultural criticism, and it distinguishes itself with its playful tone and self-deprecating wit, characteristic of Leacock's distinct literary style. Stephen Leacock, renowned for his sharp wit and incisive satire, turns the gaze of curiosity back onto his English contemporaries, who had frequently positioned themselves as discoverers of the New World. A Canadian humorist and economist, Leacock's background and experiences undoubtedly informed his critique of the cultural commodification and the imbalance of intellectual trade between the continents. This work is a delightful parody, informed by Leacock's academic insight and his status as an observer of social mores in a rapidly globalizing world. 'Recommended for aficionados of classic humor and literature, 'My Discovery of England' invites readers to join Leacock on his jocular journey, rediscovering the Old World through the eyes of a New World scholar. This book will particularly appeal to those interested in early 20th-century cultural relations and the genre of literary satire. Academics and casual readers alike will find Leacock's expedition rewarding, offering a fresh perspective on the exchange of cultural capital between England and North America, laced with an irony that is as instructive as it is entertaining.