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100 1 _aHook, Theodore Edward,
_d1788-1841
245 1 4 _aThe Choice Humorous Works, Ludicrous Adventures, Bons Mots, Puns, and Hoaxes of Theodore Hook
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
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2015-11-06
508 _aProduced by Chris Curnow, John Campbell, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"The Choice: Humorous Works, Ludicrous Adventures, Bons Mots, Puns, and Hoaxes" by Theodore Hook is a collection of literary pieces that includes anecdotes, letters, and humorous writings, written in the early 19th century. This compilation displays Hook’s sharp wit and penchant for satire, featuring various characters including the charmingly absurd Mrs. Ramsbottom, who is central to multiple stories that explore social norms and idiosyncrasies in a comedic light. The book promises a mix of playful language and clever observations that entertain while poking fun at societal conventions. The beginning of this collection introduces readers to Theodore Hook’s life and career, providing a biographical context that often reflects the themes found in his work. The opening sections herald the arrival of "The Ramsbottom Papers," which recount Mrs. Ramsbottom's lively gathering and reveal her family's humorous dynamics, alongside anecdotes about their interactions with neighbors and societal figures. Through these initial sketches, readers encounter Hook's characteristic humor — conveyed through entertaining misunderstandings and delightful wordplay — establishing an inviting tone that encourages them to delve deeper into the comedic adventures that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish wit and humor
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50401
999 _c91239
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