Isbn: 9780259837039 - a book of american prose humor: being a collection of humorous and witty tales, sketches, etc (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a rich and entertaining collection of 19th-century American humor from writers like Artemus Ward, Mark Twain, and Josh Billings. These writers used humor in the mid-19th century to comment on politics, religion, societal norms, and the American experience. The author positions this type of writing within its historical and cultural context. Through the lens of humor, the book offers insightful perspectives on the broad societal changes that were taking place in the United States at that time. This book is a valuable addition to the study of American humor and a delightful read for anyone interested in the history of the United States. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…