Description
The genre of SNAKES AND LEADERS by Tom Scott is political satire and editorial cartooning.
Published in 1981 by Whitcoulls, the book is a non-fiction humor anthology collecting the author’s sharpest social commentary.
Key Characteristics of the Book
- Format: It is a curated anthology compiling satirical essays alongside political cartoons.
- Source Material: Much of the content was originally serialized in the New Zealand Listener during his time covering the tumultuous Parliament Press Gallery.
- Thematic Focus: The text acts as a comedic critique of early 1980s New Zealand politics. It famously pokes fun at the authoritarian era of Prime Minister Robert Muldoon and the shifting social dynamics of the country.
- The Title Play: The title is a satirical pun on the traditional board game “Snakes and Ladders”, subverting it to reflect the slippery, competitive, and often cutthroat nature of political leadership.
Paperback. First-Edition. 72 Pages. Very-Good Condition with the exception of minor water damage near the top of the front cover and a tiny spot at the top of the back cover. This is truly a superb reading copy but perhaps not for collectors wishing a perfect copy.
