Little Masterpieces of American Wit and Humor
Enriched edition. An Anthology of the American HumorBy Various Authors
Length9h 54m
About this audiobook
Little Masterpieces of American Wit and Humor is a delightful collection of short stories, essays, and poems that encapsulate the wit and humor of American literature. From Mark Twain to O. Henry, the book includes works from some of the most renowned American authors, making it a valuable anthology for anyone interested in American humor. The stories range from satirical to lighthearted, offering a glimpse into the literary landscape of the time. Various Authors, the compiler of this collection, carefully selected each piece to showcase the diverse talents of American writers in the genre of humor. With a keen eye for wit and satire, Various Authors has curated a selection that highlights the unique voices and styles of each writer. This anthology serves as a testament to the rich tradition of American humor and the enduring appeal of these masterpieces. I highly recommend Little Masterpieces of American Wit and Humor to anyone looking to explore the wit and humor of American literature. This collection is not only entertaining but also provides valuable insights into the cultural and social themes prevalent during the time of its publication. Readers of all ages will find enjoyment in these timeless works of humor.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.7 (30)
Includes Amazon, LibraryThing, Goodreads
GenreHumor
Length9 hrs 54 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE MOCKING-BIRD
26Volume 2
2Introduction
27SOL SMITH
3Historical Context
28THE DOG AND THE BEES
4Synopsis (Selection)
29OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES
5Volume 1
30G. H. DERBY (“Phœnix,” “Squibob”)
Show all chaptersShow less
6INTRODUCTION
31SUSAN SIMPSON
7WASHINGTON IRVING
32MARY MAPES DODGE
8BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
33JAMES RUSSELL LOWELL
9WILLIAM ALLEN BUTLER
34JOHN GODFREY SAXE
10HENRY WARD BEECHER
35SAMUEL L. CLEMENS (“Mark Twain”)
11N. P. WILLIS
36FREDERICK WILLIAM SHELTON
12B. P. SHILLABER ("Mrs. Partington")
37BRET HARTE
13OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES
38JAMES RUSSELL LOWELL
14JAMES T. FIELDS
39CHARLES GODFREY LELAND
15JOHN HAY
40G. H. DERBY (“Phœnix,” “Squibob”)
16HENRY W. SHAW ("Josh Billings")
41BRET HARTE
17JAMES RUSSELL LOWELL
42THE V-A-S-E
18CHARLES DUDLEY WARNER
43FRANK R. STOCKTON
19OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES
44JOHN TOWNSEND TROWBRIDGE
20FREDERICK S. COZZENS
45A BOSTON LULLABY
21FRANCES M. WHICHER
46ROBERT JONES BURDETTE
22MARIETTA HOLLEY
47THE HOUSE THAT JACK BUILT
23EDMUND CLARENCE STEDMAN
48[ANONYMOUS]
24JAMES RUSSELL LOWELL
49HENRY GUY CARLETON
25MARK TWAIN
50GEORGE T. LANIGAN
The Swedish Fairytale BookVarious Authors5h 18m$1.99 · $0.00
The Investigation of the Murder of Martin Luther KingVarious Authors8h 34m4.5 (12)$1.99 · $0.00
The Characteristics of American HumourVarious Authors19h 52m$1.99 · $0.00
The BibleVarious Authors82h 22m4.5 (828.8K)$1.99 · $0.00
Asian Literature Children Books CollectionVarious Authors2h 27m$12 · $0.00
Tanakh, Bible & Qu'ran (Annotated)Various Authors92h 25m$1.99 · $0.00
Reliques of Ancient English Poetry (Vol. 1-3) (Annotated)Various Authors40h 21m4.2 (1.4K)$1.99 · $0.00
Baptist Confession of FaithVarious Authors1h 54m4.7 (4K)$0.99 · $0.00
The True Message of Jesus ChristVarious Authors26h 28m4.4 (102)$0.99 · $0.00
KUBARK Counterintelligence InterrogationVarious Authors4h 29m3.8 (241)$0.99 · $0.00
The Conspiracy Behind the Murder of Martin Luther King, Jr.Various Authors8h 1m4.0 (54)$0.99 · $0.00
10 Sacred Books of World ReligionsVarious Authors341h 17m4.4 (40)$0.99
Vienna Convention on the Law of TreatiesVarious Authors1h 27m4.3 (55)$0.99 · $0.00
The History of the World War IVarious Authors39h 49m4.2 (19)$0.99 · $0.00
The King James Bible & The Book of Mormon (Annotated)Various Authors124h 32m$2 · $0.00
Oxford Poetry 1917-1921 (Annotated)Various Authors5h$2 · $0.00
Abortion in the United States - Judicial History and Legislative Battle (Annotated)Various Authors18h 9m$2 · $0.00
World's War Events (Vol. 1-3) (Annotated)Various Authors40h 28m$2 · $0.00
Traits of American Humour (Vol. 1-3) (Annotated)Various Authors20h 28m$2 · $0.00
The Pillars of Three Faiths: Tanakh, Bible & Qu'ran (Annotated)Various Authors92h 26m$2 · $0.00
Lost In TranslationAudrey Davis9h 15m4.4 (235)Free
Birdie & HarlowTaylor Wolfe7h 50m4.6 (6.5K)$26 · $0.00
The Life of DaiDai Henwood, Jaquie Brown8h 2m4.6 (790)$26 · $0.00
Welcome to PawneeJim O'Heir6h 24m4.5 (5.3K)$24 · $0.00
Going PostalTerry Pratchett13h 36m4.5 (163.8K)$33 · $0.00
Woman UninterruptedBrodie Kane7h 1m4.6 (562)$24 · $0.00
1984 & Animal Farm (Annotated)George Orwell15h 54m4.5 (220.8K)$1.99 · $0.00
Kingsblood Royal (Annotated)Sinclair Lewis14h 42m4.6 (264)$2 · $0.00
This Is Going to HurtAdam Kay5h 47m4.4 (444.7K)$24 · $0.00
You Will Get Through This NightDaniel Howell6h 56m4.4 (11.8K)$24 · $0.00
Northanger Abbey (Annotated)Jane Austen10h 7m4.5 (1.6K)$2 · $0.00
My Dear HamiltonStephanie Dray, Laura Kamoie23h 7m4.4 (63.6K)$46 · $0.00
THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS & SCREWTAPE PROPOSES A TOAST (Annotated)C. S. Lewis5h 6m4.4 (471K)$2 · $0.00
BufferingHannah Hart5h 55m4.4 (12.4K)$24 · $0.00
The Office BFFsJenna Fischer, Angela Kinsey8h 26m4.3 (45.4K)$26 · $0.00
The Collected Stories of Dorothy ParkerDorothy Parker8h 36m4.3 (13.6K)$1 · $0.00
LambChristopher Moore15h 22m4.3 (211.3K)$33 · $0.00
The Importance of Being Earnest (World's Classics Series)Oscar Wilde4h 10m4.3 (467.3K)$1.99 · $0.00
#IMomSoHardKristin Hensley, Jen Smedley7h 19m4.3 (7.3K)$24 · $0.00
Mixed PlateJo Koy8h 18m4.3 (7.1K)$26 · $0.00
You may also like
The Diary of a NobodyGeorge Grossmith, Weedon Grossmith4h 28m3.9 (26.4K)$11 · $0.00
The Diary of a NobodyGeorge Grossmith, Weedon Grossmith4h 31m4.0 (62.8K)$12
Cajun Night Before ChristmasTrosclair13m4.5 (3.2K)$5 · $0.00
An Apology for the Life of Mrs. Shamela AndrewsHenry Fielding1h 50m3.6 (1.7K)$0.99 · $0.00
When We Were Very Young (Illustrated Edition) (Annotated)A. A. Milne2h 27m4.4 (118.3K)$0.99 · $0.00
Santa's HusbandDaniel Kibblesmith, A P. Quach5m4.6 (1.6K)$4 · $0.00
The James Thurber Audio CollectionJames Thurber3h 2m4.1 (270)$18 · $0.00
Idle Thoughts of an Idle FellowJerome K. Jerome4h 21m3.8 (3.3K)$2.30
The Provincial Lady Goes Further (Illustrated Edition)E. M. Delafield7h 13m4.2 (4.2K)$1.99 · $0.00
A Holiday in Bed, and Other SketchesJ. M. Barrie2h 42m4.0 (17)$2 · $0.00
Best Mom Jokes EverChantelle Grace47m$5 · $0.00
The Spike Jones Show Vol. 1Spike Jones7h 52m4.8 (12)$20
The Humour of SpainSusette M. Taylor10h 2m$2.30
Pieces Of Hate And Other EnthusiasmsHeywood Broun5h 29m$2.30
The Provincial Lady Goes Further (Illustrated) (Annotated)E. M. Delafield7h 13m$2 · $0.00
Portraits of Curious Characters in London, &c. &cAnonymous1h 36m$1 · $0.00
"Our Street"William Makepeace Thackeray1h 13m3.3 (25)$1 · $0.00
The Man Who Knew Coolidge (Annotated)Sinclair Lewis6h 49m$2 · $0.00
Little Masterpieces of American Wit and Humor (Vol. 1&2) (Annotated)Various Authors10h$0.99 · $0.00
The Four-Masted Cat-Boat, and Other Truthful TalesCharles Battell Loomis3h 36m$2 · $0.00