Masterpieces of American Wit and Humor
Masterpieces of American Wit and Humor

Author: Thomas L. Masson

Publisher: The Floating Press

Published: 2013-02-01

Total Pages: 163

ISBN-13: 1775562492

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From the moment the first waves of European settlers made their way to the country's shores, Americans have been known for their distinct -- and often peculiar -- sense of humor. This fascinating collection of essays, short stories, and vignettes brings together a cavalcade of literary luminaries who each explore or embody some aspect of American humor.

Little Masterpieces of American Wit and Humor
Little Masterpieces of American Wit and Humor

Author: Various Authors

Publisher: e-artnow

Published: 2022-01-04

Total Pages: 290

ISBN-13:

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As the title claims, the book is a real collection of the best examples of the American humorous literature. The editor gathers valuable pieces by the prominent authors like Washington Irving, Benjamin Franklin, Mark Twain and many more. It was compiled at the turn of the 19th and 20th century and its aim was to bring relaxing notes into the craze for moral seriousness in all literature, which was characteristic of that period.

The Wit and Humor of Oscar Wilde
The Wit and Humor of Oscar Wilde

Author: Oscar Wilde

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1959-01-01

Total Pages: 276

ISBN-13: 9780486206028

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More than 1,000 ripostes, paradoxes, wisecracks: "Work is the curse of the drinking classes," "I can resist everything except temptation," etc.

Humorous Masterpieces from American Literature
Humorous Masterpieces from American Literature

Author: Various

Publisher: The Floating Press

Published: 2014-05-01

Total Pages: 214

ISBN-13: 1776535634

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Add some levity to your reading list with this compilation of some of the wittiest and most amusing humor writing from the American literary canon. Bringing together essays, vignettes and short stories from an array of authors, including Little Women scribe Louisa May Alcott, this delightful volume is sure to ease your cares and bring a smile to your face.