02229cam a22003493u 4500 74733 UtSlPG 20260610134729.0 m cr n 260607r20241920utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 20006377 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Mackall, Lawton, 1888-1968 Scrambled eggs Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-11-13 David Edwards and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) "Scrambled Eggs" by Lawton Mackall is a whimsical collection of stories, written in the early 20th century, featuring anthropomorphic animals, particularly focusing on the trials and tribulations of a drake named Eustace and his interactions in the barnyard. The book humorously explores themes of gender roles, societal expectations, and individuality through the lens of barnyard life. The narrative follows Eustace, an upstanding drake, as he navigates the complexities of relationships, particularly with his spirited wife Gertrude. Their exchanges often reflect broader social critiques, such as Eustace's struggles with the pressures of masculinity and the expectations placed upon him by society—exemplified by his reluctance to help incubate their eggs out of fear of being ridiculed. The stories delve into various dynamics in the barnyard, from marital strife and jealousy to the absurdities of gossip and social standing, culminating in a poignant exploration of love, loyalty, and personal identity amidst comedic misadventures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Cincinnati: Steward & Kidd Company, 1920 Satire Humorous stories Poultry -- Fiction Herford, Oliver, 1863-1935 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74733 115458 115458