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The Man Wot pays the Taxes An Artisan bemoaning his plight after the passing
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The Man Wot pays the Taxes An Artisan bemoaning his plight after the passing
The Man Wot pays the Taxes An Artisan bemoaning his plight after the passing of the first Reform Act, 1832. In what better condition am I now that the Reform Bill has past I have been obliged to Rob my Family to pay Taxs and now they tell me I m Frenchised, that is I suppose lean, meagre and to live upon Frogs. Cartoon by J L Marks, London
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In this thought-provoking cartoon by J. L. Marks, we are transported back to the nineteenth century, a time of great change and social upheaval in Britain. The image depicts an artisan, burdened by poverty and despair, bemoaning his plight after the passing of the first Reform Act in 1832. The artist skillfully captures the frustration felt by many working-class individuals who were struggling to make ends meet under oppressive taxation policies. With poignant symbolism, we see the artisan forced to rob his own family just to pay taxes imposed upon him by the government. But what makes matters worse for this beleaguered man is that he is now being told he has been "Frenchised" due to the reform bill's passage. This term implies a lean existence and living off frogs – a stark reminder of how dire circumstances have become for him. Through this powerful visual commentary, Marks sheds light on issues such as suffrage, taxation, and societal inequality prevalent during that era. It serves as a reminder that even amidst progress and political change, there are those left behind who continue to suffer. This historical snapshot invites us to reflect on our own society today – reminding us of the importance of addressing systemic issues that perpetuate poverty and hardship among marginalized communities.
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