A Cobb, Irvin S. (Irvin Shrewsbury) 1876-1944 creator text utu 2022 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "A Laugh a Day Keeps the Doctor Away" by Irvin S. Cobb is a collection of humorous short stories written in the early 20th century. This book showcases various anecdotes and comedic situations that highlight everyday life and human interactions, particularly in an American context. Cobb's distinctive wit and observational humor provide readers with a light-hearted experience, making it an enjoyable read for those looking to uplift their spirits. The opening of this collection presents a variety of amusing characters and scenarios, starting with a self-important stranger who boasts about his travels to California in a life-saving station while engaging fellow patrons in a humorous exchange. It continues with anecdotes such as a conversation between a lawyer and a cheerful man named Finnerty, who learns about an inheritance and comically struggles with his past drinking habits. The humor is steeped in rich characterizations, with exchanges that highlight misunderstandings and clever punchlines, setting the tone for the playful storytelling that defines the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2022-12-04 Mardi Desjardins & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team at https://www.pgdpcanada.net Originally published: United States: Garden City Publishing Co., Inc, 1923 American wit and humor Anecdotes PN United States: Garden City Publishing Co., Inc, 1923 23026927 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/69467 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/69467 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134616.0 69467