02187cam a22003373u 4500 20024 UtSlPG 20260610133450.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 01017641 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PN PS Matthewman, Lisle de Vaux, 1867- Crankisms Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-12-05 Produced by Louise Hope, Mark C. Orton, Fox in the Stars and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Crankisms" by Lisle de Vaux Matthewman is a collection of aphorisms and reflections written in the early 20th century. This book presents witty and often critical observations on human behavior, societal norms, and the complexities of relationships, particularly between men and women. The author combines humor with insight, aiming to provoke thought and self-reflection among readers about their own lives and interactions. The content of "Crankisms" is comprised of 100 succinct and pointed sayings, each tackling various aspects of human experience, such as love, friendship, vanity, and morality. Matthewman cleverly employs irony and satire to address common prejudices and misperceptions, particularly about gender dynamics. For instance, he explores the difference between how men and women perceive each other, the pitfalls of societal expectations, and the contradictions inherent in human nature. Each aphorism encourages the reader to consider the ironic and often hypocritical nature of societal attitudes, making it both an entertaining and thought-provoking read. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Wit and humor Aphorisms and apothegms Dwiggins, Clare Victor, 1874-1958 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20024 61326 61326