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The Oxford Book Of Humorous Prose: From William Caxton To P.G. Wodehouse
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If Puritanism Is, As H.L. Mencken Once Said, The Haunting Fear That Someone, Somewhere, May Be Happy, Then This Glorious, Monumental Collection By One Of England'S Most Popular Humorists Is A Puritan'S Nightmare. Focusing Primarily On The 19Th And 20Th Century, But With Material Dating Back To Columbus, Frank Muir Has Packed This Volume With Enough Joy And Laughter To Sink The Mayflower.The Range Of Comic Material Is Amazingfrom The Gentle, Charming Comedy Of Manners, To Biting Satire, To Outrageous Parody. There Are Excerpts From The Novels Of Jane Austen And P.G. Wodehouse And Mark Twain, Complete Short Stories By O. Henry And Frank O'Connor, Classic Tall Tales From Australia (Including One By Banjo Patterson, Who Also Wrote Waltzing Matilda), Passages From Groucho Marx'S Correspondence With Warner Brothers, Newspaper Columns Written By Art Buchwald And Myles Na Gopaleen (The Novelist Flann O'Brien), A Selection Of Samuel Johnson'S Comic Definitions, Plus A Sprinkling Of Egregious Puns, Witty Sayings, And Even The Clever Names Of Stores (Such As The New York Restaurant Just For The Halibut And The London Beauty Parlor Curl Up And Dye). Muir Has Gathered Work From Over Two Hundred Writers And From Every Englishspeaking Country. Virtually All Of Your Favorites Are Here: Jonathan Swift, Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Laurence Sterne, Anita Loos, Ring Lardner, Alexander Woollcott, Robert Benchley, Dorothy Parker, S.J. Perelman, Damon Runyon, Fran Lebowitz, Joseph Heller, Evelyn Waugh, Garrison Keilor, Erma Bombeck, Tom Wolfe, And Countless Others. In Addition, There Are Comic Pieces From Writers You Wouldn'T Expect To Findsuch As Thomas Hardy Or Lawrence Durrelland Many Many Writers You May Not Have Discovered Yet, Such As Jerome K. Jerome Or Daisy Ashford (Who Wrote An Unintentionally Hysterical Novel At Age Nine, Which She Published In Her Thirties).Frank Muir Is One Of Britain'S Bestloved Humorists, The Host Of A Highly Popular Television Show And The Prolific Author Of Dozens Of Hilarious Books, Including The Bestselling The Frank Muir Book. Here He Provides Not Only A Painfully Funny Collection, But Also Generous Introductions To Each Writer, Which Are Comic Gems In Themselves. Except For The Occasional Puritan, This Is A Book That Everyone Will Enjoy.
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- Q: What is the size of 'The Oxford Book of Humorous Prose'? A: The book measures six point five seven inches in length, two point zero six inches in width, and nine point five seven inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains one thousand one hundred ninety-eight pages, providing a substantial collection of humorous writing.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, ensuring durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Oxford Book of Humorous Prose'? A: The author is Frank Muir, a well-known British humorist and writer.
- Q: What genres does this book cover? A: This book is categorized under humor, featuring a wide range of comic material from various writers.
- Q: How do I read 'The Oxford Book of Humorous Prose'? A: You can read it like any other book, simply opening it to enjoy the collection of humorous prose and stories.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: Yes, this book is suitable for most readers, though it may contain themes best understood by adults.
- Q: Can this book be used for educational purposes? A: Yes, it can serve as a great resource for studying humor in literature and understanding different comedic styles.
- Q: How should I care for this hardcover book? A: To keep it in good condition, store it upright in a dry place and avoid exposure to direct sunlight.
- Q: What is the recommended way to clean this book? A: To clean it, gently wipe the cover with a dry cloth; avoid using water or cleaning solutions.
- Q: Is there a warranty for this book? A: Typically, books do not come with a warranty; however, check with the retailer for their return policy.
- Q: What should I do if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, contact the retailer's customer service for assistance with returns or exchanges.
- Q: How does this book compare to other humor anthologies? A: This anthology stands out with contributions from over two hundred writers, offering a diverse range of comedic styles.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to reading humor? A: Yes, this book is accessible for newcomers, featuring a variety of styles that can appeal to different tastes.
- Q: What makes this book different from other collections? A: It includes works from both well-known and lesser-known authors, providing a unique blend of humor across time and geography.