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100 1 _aVarious
245 1 4 _aThe Book of Three Hundred Anecdotes :
_bHistorical, Literary, and Humorous—A New Selection
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2005-03-19
508 _aProduced by Elaine Walker and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
520 _a"The Book of Three Hundred Anecdotes" by Various is a collection of historical, literary, and humorous anecdotes likely compiled in the late 19th century. This compilation brings together a diverse range of short stories and character sketches illuminating the lives and personalities of notable figures throughout history, highlighting the wit and wisdom behind various experiences. At the start of the collection, readers are introduced to several engaging anecdotes, all of which revolve around themes such as affection, filial duty, and humanity. For instance, the narrative recounts a touching story of a general who, despite his military rank, chooses to dine privately with his father over hosting his esteemed guests. Another poignant tale tells of a young man who sacrifices his own comfort to support his impoverished family while showcasing the depth of family love. These initial anecdotes establish a tone of introspection mixed with humor, intriguing readers with glimpses into the complexities of human relationships and moral dilemmas. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAnecdotes
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15413
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