A New Collection of Humorous Stories and Anecdotes Patten, William 1868-1936 creator text utu 2012 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Among the Humorists and After Dinner Speakers, Vol. 1" by William Patten is a collection of humorous stories and anecdotes compiled in the early 20th century. This volume presents a range of light-hearted narratives that reflect the wit and charm of well-known humorists and after-dinner speakers of the time. With contributors including notable figures such as Mark Twain and Bret Harte, the book aims to provide readers with entertaining tales that appeal to a common sense of humor. The opening portion introduces a variety of amusing anecdotes, showcasing the unique styles and comedic perspectives of the featured storytellers. From a humorous misunderstanding about a hunting trip to witty exchanges between soldiers and ordinary citizens, Patten curates a tapestry of humor that illustrates human folly and societal quirks. The anecdotes are varied, touching on themes of marital expectations, social interactions, and playful misunderstandings, all delivered with a light touch meant to elicit laughter and reflection. Overall, the opening establishes the book's intent to entertain and engage readers through clever storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2012-10-31 Produced by D Alexander, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Wit and humor American wit and humor Anecdotes PN Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41249 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41249 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133937.0 41249