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100 1 _aHaliburton, Thomas Chandler,
_d1796-1865
245 1 0 _aTraits of American Humour, Vol. 2 of 3
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2015
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2015-09-03
508 _aProduced by Marcia Brooks, Cindy Beyer and the online Project Gutenberg team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net with images provided by The Internet Archives
520 _a"Traits of American Humour, Vol. 2 of 3" by Thomas Chandler Haliburton is a compilation of humorous writings that provides insight into American culture and wit, likely written during the mid-19th century. The book explores various facets of American humor, emphasizing the regional differences that contribute to its distinct characteristics, from the dry wit of New Englanders to the exuberance of Western settlers. Haliburton's aim seems to be to present a light-hearted examination of the complexities of American life through humor. The opening portion of the volume features a preface that lays the groundwork for understanding the unique nature of American humor, attributing its variety to regional differences and historical backgrounds of its people. Haliburton draws contrasts between the humor of different American regions, such as the distinctive qualities of Yankees, the rascality of Western settlers, and the character of Southern humorists. The text delves into local dialects and colloquialisms, noting how language reflects cultural identities and practices. Furthermore, the editor takes a playful approach to discussing American societal behaviors and attitudes, showcasing the humor that arises from everyday interactions and situations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAmerican wit and humor
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49864
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