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Mr. Dooley in Peace and in War

Mr. Dooley in Peace and in War

Dunne, Finley Peter

Paperback

HumorLetters & Essays20th Century United States History

ISBN10: 1417901934
ISBN13: 9781417901937
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 1 2005
Pages: 280
Weight: 0.91
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Mr. Dooley in Peace and in War is a collection of humorous essays written by Finley Peter Dunne, originally published in 1898. The book is a satire on American politics and society during the late 19th century. The essays are written in the voice of Mr. Dooley, an Irish-American bartender in Chicago who comments on current events and politics in a humorous and sarcastic manner. The book is divided into two parts: In Peace and In War. In the first part, Mr. Dooley discusses various topics such as the Spanish-American War, immigration, and the role of the media in shaping public opinion. He also comments on the social and economic issues of the time, including labor strikes and the growing divide between the rich and the poor. In the second part, Mr. Dooley reflects on the impact of the war on American society and the world. He discusses the role of the United States in global affairs and the challenges facing the nation in the aftermath of the conflict. Throughout the book, Mr. Dooley uses humor and satire to critique the political and social issues of his time. His commentary is often insightful and thought-provoking, highlighting the absurdities and contradictions of American society. Overall, Mr. Dooley in Peace and in War is a witty and entertaining read that offers a unique perspective on American history and politics.1899. A collection of brief, humorous pieces Dunne wrote for the Chicago Evening Post and the Chicago Journal. The gents at Mr. Dooley�������s neighborhood saloon, in the working-class community of Bridgeport, located on Chicago�������s near southwest side discuss politics, military strategy, the new woman, and other topics in an Irish-American dialect.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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