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_aPatten, William, _d1868-1936 |
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_aAmong the Humorists and After Dinner Speakers, Vol. 1 : _bA New Collection of Humorous Stories and Anecdotes |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2012 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2012-10-31 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by D Alexander, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net | ||
| 520 | _a"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.) | ||
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| 653 | _aWit and humor | ||
| 653 | _aAmerican wit and humor | ||
| 653 | _aAnecdotes | ||
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