John Kendrick Bangs

Broschiertes Buch

Ghosts I Have Met and Some Others

Beschreibung

This collection of ghost stories blends humor and the supernatural, offering readers a light-hearted take on encounters with the paranormal. Each tale features quirky characters and amusing situations as the narrator recounts his various meetings with ghosts, spirits, and other supernatural entities. With a whimsical tone, Bangs combines ghostly happenings with wit and satire, making this an entertaining read for fans of both comedy and ghost stories.

Autor

John Kendrick Bangs was an American writer, humorist, editor, and satirist, born on May 27, 1862, in Yonkers, New York. He was the son of Francis N. Bangs. Bangs pursued higher education at Columbia College, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree, and later attended Columbia Law School. Although trained in law, he chose a career in writing and became known for his humorous and satirical works. His writing was often characterized by wit and light-hearted commentary on social and cultural issues, blending humor with thoughtful insights. Throughout his career, Bangs contributed to various publications and created many works of fiction, essays, and short stories. His most notable works include whimsical tales and humorous fiction, with a notable interest in the supernatural. Bangs' blend of humor and satire made him a distinctive voice in late 19th and early 20th-century American literature. He passed away on January 21, 1922, at the age of 59, in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Wildside Press
• Seitenzahl: 112
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Oktober 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 6mm
• Gewicht: 175g
• ISBN-13: 9781592240371
• ISBN-10: 1592240372
• Artikelnr.: 21153257