The Philosophy Lessons: Fables and Legends of the Bush Era by Robert Hill is a collection of poems and verse that reflect on the presidency of George W. Bush. Inspired by political and philosophical satire of the 18th century, the book offers a series of poetic commentaries that seek to find humor and absurdity in recent political events.

"The book comments on the blindness of political figures and their supporters, who in the face of reality, facts and overwhelming evidence remained tied to ideology," Hill says. "It is intended as a satirical treatment of the past administration and perhaps a unique one in its attempt to sum up the George W. Bush experience."

Peppered with references to classical literature and the great political minds of history, the poems take aim at the Bush administration and the pundits who supported it, including Rush Limbaugh, Ann Coulter, Grover Norquist and many more. Featuring 20 complete pieces, the book also discusses Bush policies, including the war in Iraq and the federal government's response to Hurricane Katrina.

For more information or to request a free review copy, members of the press can contact the author at robertedwardhill@yahoo.com. The Philosophy Lessons: Fables and Legends of the Bush Era is available for sale online at Amazon.com, BookSurge.com and through additional wholesale and retail channels worldwide.

About the Author
Robert Hill graduated from the University of New Mexico and earned a doctoral degree in French from Yale University in 1964. A longtime professor, Hill taught at Brown University, the University of Texas at Austin and the University of Pennsylvania. Throughout his career, Hill published academic works in field of 17th century French literature, rhetoric and poetics. A father of four and a grandfather of one, Hill resides in Lansing, Mich.