"Modern Chivalry" is a satirical novel that follows the adventures of Captain Farrago and his servant, Teague O'Regan, as they travel through early post-revolutionary America. The narrative, which is both humorous and critical, explores the challenges and contradictions of the new democracy. Through the interactions between the idealistic, yet sometimes misguided Farrago, and the shrewd, earthy Teague, the novel examines the social and political landscape of the time, poking fun at pretension and highlighting the complexities of human nature and governance. The work is considered an important precursor to the American literary tradition, blending elements of picaresque narrative with keen social commentary.

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