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100 1 _aBaker, George M.
_q(George Melville),
_d1832-1890
245 1 0 _aMedley Dialect Recitations, Comprising a Series of the Most Popular Selections in German, French, and Scotch
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2016
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2016-02-02
508 _aProduced by Richard Tonsing, David Edwards 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"Medley Dialect Recitations" edited by George M. Baker is a collection of humorous dialect readings written in the late 19th century. This anthology features a variety of selections that showcase the charm and wit of different dialects, including German, French, and Scottish, making it a delightful read for those interested in the playful aspects of language and culture. The work is likely aimed at elocutionists, performers, and enthusiasts of comedic literature, providing entertaining pieces suitable for recitation. At the start of "Medley Dialect Recitations," the editor introduces an engaging array of selections, highlighting the rich comedic talents of various authors through quirky characters and unique scenarios. For instance, readers are treated to the misadventures of Hans Breitmann at a party, which humorously captures the essence of German-American culture through playful language and exaggerated scenarios. Other pieces feature exchanges between characters showcasing misunderstandings brought on by language barriers, creating a vibrant tapestry of humor rooted in dialect and cultural quirks. Each recitation captures a specific flavor of humor, making the opening portion lively and inviting for audiences to explore further. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aRecitations
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51108
999 _c91946
_d91946