The Funny Bone: Short Stories and Amusing Anecdotes for a Dull Hour
A Hilarious Collection of Comic Tales and Witty AnecdotesBy Various
Length3h 24m
About this audiobook
In "The Funny Bone: Short Stories and Amusing Anecdotes for a Dull Hour," various authors come together to present a delightful collection designed to evoke laughter and joy. This anthology features a diverse array of short stories and amusing anecdotes, each crafted with wit and an engaging narrative style that invites the reader into a world of humor. The book spans a variety of contexts, showcasing themes ranging from the absurdities of everyday life to the quirks of human nature, all conveyed through a light-hearted lens that appeals to readers of all ages. Its carefully curated selections are intended to provide a brief escape from the mundane, perfect for a dull hour or a leisurely afternoon read. The compilation draws on the talents of multiple authors, each contributing their unique voice and perspective. With backgrounds in comedy, storytelling, and literary fiction, these writers skillfully employ observational humor and vivid characterization to articulate shared human experiences. This blend of influences offers readers an eclectic mix that taps into universal themes of laughter and mischief, making it both relatable and entertaining. For anyone seeking an uplift from the drudgery of daily life, "The Funny Bone" serves as a charming remedy. The collection is not just a celebration of humor but also a reminder of the resilience of laughter in difficult times. Whether read alone or shared among friends, this anthology promises to brighten your day and tickle your funny bone.
Audiobook details
GenreHumor
Length3 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 19, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1AXIOMS
26AN ILL-ASSORTED COUPLE
2Michael Maloney’s Serenade
27THE STRONGEST MAN
3A GOOD AFTER-DINNER SPEECH
28WHY THEY MARRIED
4WHAT THE STATUTE DID NOT SAY
29THE STUTTERERS
5A LINCOLN STORY
30ALEXANDER
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6ANOTHER LINCOLN STORY
31A FOOL ACCORDING TO HIS FOLLY
7SHE DRIED UP
32HE COULDN’T CATCH UP
8A TIMELY ANSWER
33A SUDDEN RISE
9THAT TERRIBLE INFANT
34“OLD HOSS”
10ALMOST WON THE BET
35DISTURBING THE SOLEMNITY
11THE USE OF RICHES
36TECHNIQUE
12A PRAYER THAT WAS ANSWERED
37TACT—AND NO TACT
13GOD BLESS OUR HOME
38THE ECHO
14AN INQUISITIVE BOY
39“LOGIC IS LOGIC”
15PEPPER-SAUCE
40LIONIZED
16ONE PLACE OR THE OTHER
41LAUGHED IT OUT OF COURT
17“LOUDER!”
42HOW TO CATCH A MULE
18A COLLEGE TRICK
43HOW THE YOUNG IDEA SHOOTS
19ANY PORT IN A STORM
44NAMES FOR THE TWINS
20A VERY GOOD INVESTMENT
45EXTREMES MEET
21THE POOR
46A FIRE SCREEN
22TEMPERANCE A HUNDRED YEARS AGO
47BRANDIED PEACHES
23“THE —— YANKEES”
48“MOUNTED?”
24THE SNOLLIGOSTER
49“DOLLARS TO DOUGHNUTS”
25SHARPENING THEIR WITS
50TWO POLITE AND SPUNKY BOYS
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