Skiddoo!
A Satirical Journey Through Jazz Age High SocietyBy George V. Hobart
Length35m
About this audiobook
In "Skiddoo!", George V. Hobart crafts a whimsical and satirical exploration of early 20th-century American society, utilizing a vibrant and playful literary style that blends humor with sharp social critique. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world, Hobart's narrative captures the idiosyncrasies of modernity, where characters navigate a landscape imbued with both the absurdities of contemporary life and the pervasive tension of societal expectations. The book is imbued with a sense of nostalgia and irony, reflecting the transition from traditional values to a more progressive, if chaotic, American ethos. George V. Hobart, an accomplished humorist and writer, was born in the late 19th century and spent his career exploring the comedic potential of the everyday American experience. His background in journalism and his incisive observational skills informed his writing, allowing him to adeptly blend satire with genuine insight. The cultural shifts Hobart witnessed during his lifetime, including the burgeoning of industrialization and urbanization, likely motivated his desire to capture the peculiarities of his contemporaries in "Skiddoo!". This book is highly recommended for readers who appreciate clever wit and a nuanced understanding of societal dynamics. "Skiddoo!" not only entertains but also invites reflection on the quirks of modern life, making it a delightful read for those interested in the interplay of humor and social commentary in literature.
Audiobook details
GenreHumor
Length35 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 19, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1[Illustration: "Naw, we don't take no transfers, needer!"]
21(From a Recipe furnished by Rupert Hughes.)
2CHAPTER VI
22IMITATION MOCK TURTLE SOUP.
3JOHN HENRY ON SOCIAL AFFAIRS
23(From a Recipe furnished by John L. Golden.)
4CHAPTER VII
24IMITATION ROAST BEEF.
5JOHN HENRY ON CHAFING DISHES
25(From a Recipe furnished by E. W. Kemble.)
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6A GUIDE TO THE CHAFING DISH.
26IMITATION ROAST TURKEY
7(From Recipes Furnished by Famous Friends.)
27(From a Recipe furnished by Dr. Percy Crandall.)
8MOCK BAKED BEANS.
28MOCK COFFEE.
9(From a Recipe furnished by Morton Smith.)
29(From a Recipe furnished by Daniel V. Arthur.)
10MOCK HAM AND EGGS.
30MOCK GIBLETS.
11(From a Recipe furnished by De Wolf Hopper.)
31(From a Recipe furnished by Edward Abeles.)
12MOCK LAMB CHOPS.
32MOCK BREAKFAST BACON.
13(From a Recipe furnished by William T. Hodge.)
33(From a Recipe furnished by A. Baldwin Sloane.)
14HAMBURGER STEAK.
34MOCK BEEF STEAK.
15(From a Recipe furnished by Silvio Hein.)
35(From a Recipe furnished by Joseph Coyne.)
16IMITATION SAUSAGES.
36IMITATION IRISH STEW.
17(From a Recipe furnished by Frank Doane.)
37(From a Recipe furnished by Charles Swayne.)
18IMITATION CELERY.
38IMITATION PRUNE PIE.
19(From a Recipe furnished by John Park.)
39(From a Recipe furnished by George W. Lederer.)
20IMITATION BEEF TEA.
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