John Kendrick Bangs

Broschiertes Buch

Half-Hours With the Idiot

Beschreibung

Spend "Half-Hours with the Idiot" and discover a timeless collection of humorous short stories by John Kendrick Bangs. Set in the unique environment of a boardinghouse, these tales deliver sharp satire and enduring comedy. Bangs's work explores the absurdities of everyday life through witty observations and unforgettable characters. This collection, categorized as humorous fiction and satire, offers a glimpse into a bygone era with a distinctly modern sensibility. Experience the author's singular wit and clever storytelling in tales that continue to resonate today. If you appreciate classic humor and satirical observations on society, this meticulously prepared edition is sure to entertain. Dive into the delightful world of "Half-Hours with the Idiot" and rediscover the enduring power of laughter. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

John Kendrick Bangs (1862-1922) was an American author, editor, and satirist best known for his work in the genre of 'Bangsian fantasy,' a form of fantasy that concerns the use of famous literary or historical individuals and their interactions in the afterlife. Born in Yonkers, New York, Bangs attended Columbia University where he showed an early interest in writing. Embarking on a career that blended humor with light criticism, he found his niche in the realm of humorous fantasy literature. Notable among his extensive works is the collection 'Half-Hours with the Idiot' (1898), which exemplifies his characteristic wit and his ability to pierce the veil of everyday life with humor and satire. His novels and short story collections often satirized social and political issues of his time, yet always maintained a light-hearted tone. Bangs served as an editor for various magazines including Harper's Bazaar, and he was an active member of the literary society at The Players Club in New York. His other works include the 'House-Boat on the Styx' series which, along with 'Half-Hours with the Idiot', cemented his reputation as a leading American humorist in the late 19th and early 20th century. Bangs' literary style is marked by his clever dialogue, puns, and lampoon of contemporary society, which maintains relevance in the comedic stylings of present-day literature.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 54
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 91g
• ISBN-13: 9781023351782
• ISBN-10: 1023351781
• Artikelnr.: 74108300