John Kendrick Bangs

Gebundenes Buch

The Autobiography of Methuselah by John Kendrick Bangs, Fiction, Fantasy, Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology

Beschreibung

I, METHUSELAH George W. Methuselah, that is. I, the oldest man of all time, am setting down my story here. Not in hieroglyphics, mind you, for I am no draftsman and these chisels and rocks are an awkward medium. (And Dear Reader, I assure you my tale is not as heavy at its manuscript!) No, I have chosen English, because French, Spanish, and German haven't come into being yet. The reason why I didn't choose Esperanto is contained herein. Here, for your edification, are my memories of my great, great, great grandfather and grandmother Adam and his Madam. (Eve, that is!) The true story of Cain and Abel? Look no further! And you'll want to hear the story of how my father, Enoch, named me. As Granpa Adam might have said, it's a rib-tickler! You'll be treated to my poetry, the genuine tale of my son Noah and that damp business with the Ark and . . . But enough! You're not getting any younger! Read! Enjoy. already!

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: Aegypan
• Seitenzahl: 108
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Februar 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 235mm x 157mm x 11mm
• Gewicht: 319g
• ISBN-13: 9781606645963
• ISBN-10: 160664596X
• Artikelnr.: 26070433