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  • Half-Hours with the Idiot

    by John Kendrick Bangs ...
    The Idiot, a recurring character in Bangs' works, is portrayed as a well-meaning but dim-witted individual who often finds himself in comical and ludicrous situations. The essays and stories in "Half-Hours with the Idiot" follow the Idiot's misadventures as he navigates various scenarios and interacts with other characters, who are often exasperated by his antics.Bangs' writing style is ... Read more

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  • The Pursuit of the House-Boat

    by John Kendrick Bangs ...
    Not even death can keep a good pirate down—but the world's greatest detective might be able to give him a run for his moneyThe houseboat on the river Styx is the afterlife's hippest meeting spot, and it attracts some of history's greatest luminaries: William Shakespeare, Confucius, Napoleon Bonaparte, George Washington, and Socrates have all spent time together there. But such illustrious men also ... Read more

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  • R. Holmes & Co.

    by John Kendrick Bangs ...
    Raffles Holmes possesses all of the detection skills of his father, Sherlock—with none of the responsibilityRaffles Holmes comes from impressive stock, with both larceny and detection in his blood in equal measure. He's the son of the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes, and the grandson of gentleman criminal A. J. Raffles. No wonder he's so conflicted between the desire to solve crimes and the ... Read more

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  • The Enchanted Typewriter

    by John Kendrick Bangs ...
    According to Wikipedia: "John Kendrick Bangs (May 27, 1862 - January 21, 1922) was an American author and satirist, and the creator of modern Bangsian fantasy, the school of fantasy writing that sets the plot wholly or partially in the afterlife." ... Read more

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  • John Kendrick Bangs: 14 books of humorous fantasy

    by John Kendrick Bangs ...
    This file includes: Andiron Tales; The Autobiography of Methuselah; The Booming of Acre Hill and Other Reminiscences of Urban and Suburban Life; Coffee and Repartee; The Enchanted Typewriter; Ghosts I Have Met and Some Others; A House-Boat on the Styx; The Idiot; Mr. Bonaparte of Corsica; Olympian Nights; The Pursuit of the House-Boat, being some further account of the divres doings of the ... Read more

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  • Ghosts I Have Met and Some Others

    by John Kendrick Bangs ...
    In the stories, the protagonist, identified as the narrator, encounters various ghosts and spirits, each with their own unique quirks and personalities. Bangs employs satire and wit as he weaves amusing situations involving these otherworldly characters and explores the idea of the afterlife in a humorous light.Bangs was known for his wit and playful approach to the supernatural, and "Ghosts I ... Read more

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  • The Booming of Acre Hill, and Other Reminiscences of Urban and Suburban Life

    by John Kendrick Bangs ...
    In this book, Bangs offers a satirical and often humorous look at life in urban and suburban settings. Through a series of essays and anecdotes, he provides commentary on the quirks, foibles, and idiosyncrasies of everyday life, poking fun at societal norms and the peculiarities of city and suburban living.The essays in "The Booming of Acre Hill" cover a range of topics related to daily life, city ... Read more

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  • Alice in Blunderland

    by John Kendrick Bangs ...
    Alice in Blunderland by John Kendrick Bangs is a witty and imaginative satirical fantasy that playfully reimagines the familiar world of wonder through a humorous and ironic lens. With his signature blend of clever dialogue, literary parody, and whimsical invention, Bangs crafts a story that both entertains and gently mocks the absurdities of logic, society, and human behavior. In this inventive ... Read more

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  • R. HOLMES & CO.

    by JOHN KENDRICK BANGS ...
    It was a blistering night in August. All day long the mercury in the thermometer had been flirting with the figures at the top of the tube, and the promised shower at night which a mendacious Weather Bureau had been prophesying as a slight mitigation of our sufferings was conspicuous wholly by its absence. I had but one comfort in the sweltering hours of the day, afternoon and evening, and that ... Read more

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  • The Bicyclers And Three Other Farces

    by John Kendrick Bangs ...
    The bicyclers and three other farces is a lively collection of comedic plays and satirical drama that explores social behaviour, everyday anxieties, and the humour found in ordinary situations. The opening farce centres on a hesitant individual attempting to learn cycling, capturing the tension between self-doubt and social encouragement. Set within a domestic space, the narrative unfolds through ... Read more

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  • A Little Book of Christmas

    by John Kendrick Bangs ...
    "A Toast to Santa Claus":This essay serves as an ode to Santa Claus, celebrating the joy and wonder he brings to children around the world. Bangs' witty and affectionate writing highlights the magic of Santa and the enduring happiness he represents."The Conversion of Hetherington":This story revolves around a grumpy old man named Hetherington who, through a series of heartwarming events, ... Read more

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  • Mollie and the Unwiseman Abroad

    by John Kendrick Bangs ...
    In "Mollie and the Unwiseman Abroad," the protagonist Mollie, accompanied by the Unwiseman (a character known for his lack of foresight and humorous escapades), embarks on a journey abroad. The narrative unfolds with their humorous exploits and misadventures in various European locales, where they encounter quirky characters and navigate through comedic situations.Bangs' writing style in this ... Read more

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