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The Escape Of Mr. Trimm; His Plight And Other Plights

The Escape Of Mr. Trimm; His Plight And Other Plights

S. Cobb, Irvin

Paperback

HumorLiterary Criticism

ISBN10: 9354941559
ISBN13: 9789354941559
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Aug 17 2021
Pages: 146
Weight: 0.49
Height: 0.34 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A sharp, sly smile meets the reader as you enter a world where laughter meets calamity and common sense takes a turn for the comic. The Escape Of Mr. Trimm offers a window into early twentieth century America through wit, whimsy, and a fearless eye for social folly. This bright, brisk collection gathers humorous and satirical short stories that pulse with urban life and human mishaps, framed as moral anecdotal sketches that feel both timeless and instantly relevant. The tales resonate with the cadence of contemporary American humorists and bear the unmistakable influence of Mark Twain, yet they stand uniquely Cobb-a delightful anthology for readers seeking brisk, accessible entertainment and thoughtful social commentary in equal measure. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, this volume is restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint, it is a collector's item and a cultural treasure, inviting casual readers to savour the humour and scholars to study a cornerstone of early twentieth century fiction. An ideal classroom companion and study guide in spirit, it also rewards long-time fans of moral, social, and satirical storytelling with a vivid snapshot of American urban life and the era's sharper observations.

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