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    <title>Billy Baxter's Letters</title>
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  <name type="personal">
    <namePart>Kountz, William J.</namePart>
    <namePart type="date">1867?-1899</namePart>
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    <dateIssued encoding="marc">1999</dateIssued>
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  <abstract>"Billy Baxter's Letters" by William J. Kountz, Jr. is a humorous collection of letters written during the late 19th century, capturing the witty observations and misadventures of the titular character, Billy Baxter. The book explores themes of love, society, and the absurdities of everyday life, all presented through Billy’s lighthearted and often exaggerated storytelling style. Kountz's work reflects the social dynamics and cultural context of that time period, providing readers with a comedic yet insightful look into the human experience.  The letters within the book are written to Billy's friend Jim, detailing his escapades ranging from hunting trips to his encounters in society and his reflections on love. Through these letters, readers are introduced to a colorful cast of characters, such as the endearing yet hapless Johnny Black and various society figures who populate Billy's humorous tales. Each letter encapsulates a different aspect of Billy's life, filled with comedic mishaps, clever wordplay, and sharp commentary on societal norms, leading to a vibrant narrative that entertains while illuminating the trials and tribulations of friendship, romance, and personal identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)</abstract>
  <tableOfContents>Out hunting -- One night -- In society -- In love -- In New York -- Johnny Black's girl.</tableOfContents>
  <note>Release date is 1999-10-01</note>
  <note>This Etext prepared by an anonymous Project Gutenberg volunteer</note>
  <note>Original publication data not identified</note>
  <subject>
    <topic>Humorous stories, American</topic>
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  <subject>
    <topic>Epistolary fiction</topic>
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