The Characteristics of American Humour
By Various Authors
Length19h 52m
About this audiobook
The Characteristics of American Humour is a comprehensive analysis of the diverse and evolving nature of humor within American literature. From Mark Twain's satire to the wit of Dorothy Parker, this book explores how humor has been used as a powerful tool for social commentary and cultural critique. The book delves into the various forms of humor such as irony, sarcasm, and absurdity, showcasing how these literary devices are employed to navigate complex themes and provocative subjects. The author explores how American humor has shaped and reflected societal values, making the book a valuable resource for understanding the country's cultural identity. Various Authors have compiled a rich tapestry of comedic works, providing readers with a nuanced look at the profound impact of humor on American literature. As a collective, the authors showcase the diversity and depth of American humor, inviting readers to engage with the complexities of comedic expression. The Characteristics of American Humour is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of comedy and culture, offering a thought-provoking exploration of the literary landscape.
Audiobook details
GenreHumor
Length19 hrs 52 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 7, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Ancient English Poetry
2Volume 1
3I. MY FIRST AND LAST SPEECH IN THE GENERAL COURT.
4II. HOSS ALLEN, OF MISSOURI.
5III. THE WIDOW RUGBY’S HUSBAND.
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6IV. THE BIG BEAR OF ARKANSAS.[7]
7V. JOHNNY BEEDLE’S COURTSHIP.[8]
8VI. THE MARRIAGE OF JOHNNY BEEDLE.[9]
9VII. JOHNNY BEEDLE’S THANKSGIVING.[10]
10VIII. AUNT NABBY’S STEWED GOOSE.
11IX. DECLINE AND FALL OF THE CITY OF DOGTOWN.
12X. THE COON-HUNT; OR, A FENCY COUNTRY.
13XI. A RIDE WITH OLD KIT KUNCKER.
14XII. SETH WILLET: THE ELK COUNTY WITNESS.
15XIII. THE TWO FAT SALS.[11]
16XIV. WAR’S YURE HOSS?
17XV. BOB LEE. A TALE.
18XVI. THE SHOOTING-MATCH.
19XVII. THE HORSE SWAP.
20XVIII. THREE CHANCES FOR A WIFE.
21XIX. THE YANKEE AMONGST THE MERMAIDS. A YARN, BY A CAPE CODDER.
22XX. CAPTAIN STICK AND TONEY.
23XXI. THE WAY BILLY HARRIS DROVE THE DRUM-FISH TO MARKET.
24XXII. YANKEE HOMESPUN.
25XXIII. THE INDEFATIGABLE BEAR-HUNTER.
26XXIV. COLONEL CROCKETT’S RIDE ON THE BACK OF A BUFFALO.
27XXV. COLONEL CROCKETT’S ADVENTURE WITH A GRIZZLY BEAR.
28XXVI. COLONEL CROCKETT, THE BEAR AND THE SWALLOWS.
29XXVII. A PRETTY PREDICAMENT.
30Volume 2
31I. THE EDITOR’S CREED.
32II. JOSH BEANPOLE’S COURTSHIP.
33III. PETER BRUSH, THE GREAT USED UP.[7]
34IV. COUSIN SALLY DILLIARD. A LEGAL SKETCH IN THE “OLD NORTH STATE.”
35V. THE AGE OF WONDERS.
36VI. HOW SIMON SUGGS “RAISED JACK.”
37VII. MY FIRST VISIT TO PORTLAND.[8]
38VIII. BILLY WARRICK’S COURTSHIP AND MARRIAGE.
39CHAPTER I. WARRICK IN DISTRESS.
40CHAPTER II. WARRICK IN LUCK.
41CHAPTER III. WARRICK’S WEDDING.
42IX. OUR TOWN.[9]
43X. “FALLING OFF A LOG,” IN A GAME OF “SEVEN UP.”
44XI. A YANKEE CARD-TABLE.[10]
45XII. DICK M’COY’S SKETCHES OF HIS NEIGHBOURS.
46XIII. KICKING A YANKEE.[11]
47XIV. WHY MR. SELLUM DISPOSED OF THE HORSE. A MATTER OF FACT STORY.
48XV. METAPHYSICS.[12]
49XVI. A TIGHT RACE CONSIDERIN’.
50XVII. A SHARK STORY.
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