The Puddleford Papers; Or, Humors of the West
Capturing the Quirks of Rural Midwest Life with Satirical WitBy Henry Hiram Riley
Length7h 13m
About this audiobook
In "The Puddleford Papers; Or, Humors of the West," Henry Hiram Riley delivers a vibrant tableau of early American life through a series of humorous sketches and engaging narratives. Set against the backdrop of a fictional Midwestern town, Puddleford, the book employs a rich blend of satire and local color, capturing the quirks, eccentricities, and idiosyncrasies of its inhabitants. Riley's keen eye for detail and masterful command of dialogue lend authenticity to the characters, while the episodic structure allows for a dynamic exploration of themes surrounding community, identity, and the comedic undertones of everyday challenges. Henry Hiram Riley, a celebrated figure in 19th-century American literature, drew inspiration from his own experiences in small-town America. His deep-rooted appreciation for the nuances of Western life and culture is reflected in his writing, as he balances humor with a critical lens on societal norms and human behavior. Riley's observations were likely shaped by the turbulent social changes of his time, from westward expansion to the evolving dynamics of American society, making his insights both relevant and incisive. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in American literature, regional storytelling, and the comedic portrayal of human nature. "The Puddleford Papers" offers not only entertainment but also a profound understanding of early American life, inviting readers to reflect on their own experiences through the lens of humor and humanity.
Audiobook details
GenreHumor
Length7 hrs 13 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 13, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
26CHAPTER XXIV.
2PREFACE TO THE THIRD EDITION.
27CHAPTER XXV.
3CHAPTER I.
28CHAPTER XXVI.
4CHAPTER II.
29CHAPTER XXVII.
5CHAPTER III.
30CHAPTER XXVIII.
Show all chaptersShow less
6CHAPTER IV.
31THE PUDDLEFORD PAPERS.
7CHAPTER V.
32CHAPTER I.
8CHAPTER VI.
33CHAPTER II.
9CHAPTER VII.
34CHAPTER III.
10CHAPTER VIII.
35CHAPTER IV.
11CHAPTER IX.
36CHAPTER V.
12CHAPTER X.
37CHAPTER VI.
13CHAPTER XI.
38CHAPTER VII.
14CHAPTER XII.
39CHAPTER VIII.
15CHAPTER XIII.
40CHAPTER IX.
16CHAPTER XIV.
41CHAPTER X.
17CHAPTER XV.
42CHAPTER XI.
18CHAPTER XVI.
43CHAPTER XII.: FOOTNOTES:
19CHAPTER XVII.
44CHAPTER XIII.
20CHAPTER XVIII.
45CHAPTER XIV.
21CHAPTER XIX.
46CHAPTER XV.
22CHAPTER XX.
47CHAPTER XVI.
23CHAPTER XXI.
48CHAPTER XVII.
24CHAPTER XXII.
49CHAPTER XVIII.: FOOTNOTES:
25CHAPTER XXIII.
50CHAPTER XIX.
The Facts of MidlifeRobyn Peterman4h 49m$15
Chaos in a CoupeDivya Dugar9h 18m$18 · $0.00
The Life of DaiDai Henwood, Jaquie Brown8h 2m$26 · $0.00
Poems of ParentingLoryn Brantz42m4.0 (1)$9 · $0.00
The Complete Novels of Mark Twain (Illustrated) (Annotated)Mark Twain154h 22m$2 · $0.00
What If? 10th Anniversary EditionRandall Munroe7h 29m$23
Welcome to PawneeJim O'Heir6h 24m$24 · $0.00
Going PostalTerry Pratchett13h 36m$33 · $0.00
Woman UninterruptedBrodie Kane7h 1m$24 · $0.00
1984 & Animal Farm (Annotated)George Orwell15h 54m$3 · $0.00
Kingsblood Royal (Annotated)Sinclair Lewis14h 42m$2 · $0.00
Hot Cowgirl Sh*tLacie Evans2h 15m$15
This Is Going to HurtAdam Kay5h 47m$24 · $0.00
MAKE WAY FOR LUCIA - Complete Mapp and Lucia Series (6 Novels & 2 Short Stories)E. F. Benson60h 25m$1 · $0.00
You Will Get Through This NightDaniel Howell6h 56m$24 · $0.00
Northanger Abbey (Annotated)Jane Austen10h 7m$2 · $0.00
My Dear HamiltonStephanie Dray, Laura Kamoie23h 7m$46 · $0.00
THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS & SCREWTAPE PROPOSES A TOAST (Annotated)C. S. Lewis5h 6m$2 · $0.00
The Night Before Christmas at Dunder MifflinBrian Baumgartner, Ben Silverman6m$4 · $0.00
The Complete Novels of G. K. Chesterton (Annotated)G. K. Chesterton58h 29m$3 · $0.00
You may also like
Further Experiences of an Irish R.M. (Summarized Edition)E. Oe. Somerville, Martin Ross2h 59m$2
Some Experiences of an Irish R.MMartin Ross, E. Oe. Somerville8h 42m$1 · $0.00
Knocking the NeighborsGeorge Ade3h 32m$2 · $0.00
Lancashire HumourThomas Newbigging3h 9m$1 · $0.00
Somewhere in Red GapHarry Leon Wilson9h 41m$2 · $0.00
MAPP AND LUCIA SERIES – Complete Make Way For Lucia Collection: 6 Novels & 2 Short Stories In One VolumeE. F. Benson60h 34m$1 · $0.00
In Highland Harbours with Para Handy (Annotated)Neil Munro5h 22m$2 · $0.00
Mr. Dooley in Peace and in WarFinley Peter Dunne4h 35m$2.30
The Clockmaker; Or, the Sayings and Doings of Samuel Slick, of SlickvilleThomas Chandler Haliburton7h 53m$2 · $0.00
The Complete WorksRobert Burns44h 25m$1 · $0.00
Gatherings from Spain (Summarized Edition)Richard Ford3h 39m$2
In Highland Harbours with Para HandyNeil Munro5h 12m$2 · $0.00
John Bull's Other IslandGeorge Bernard Shaw4h 12m$2.30
The Newcastle Song Book; or, Tyne-Side SongsterVarious10h 2m$1 · $0.00
New ComediesLady Gregory3h 45m$2 · $0.00
Fun o' the Forge: StoriesBrian O'Higgins3h 44m$1 · $0.00
Aesop's Fables (Annotated)Aesop4h 30m$2 · $0.00
Ruggles of Red Gap (Annotated)Harry Leon Wilson12h 17m$2 · $0.00
Liverpool a few years since: by an old stagerJames Aspinall4h 54m$2 · $0.00
Diary of a PilgrimageJerome K. Jerome4h 30m$2.30