Excerpt from Fables in Slang
Is the Graft played out? Asked the Learned Phrenologist, as he Waited. Is Science up against it or What?
Then he heard the fall of Heavy Feet and resumed his Imitation. The Door opened and there came into the Room a tall, rangy Person with a Head in the shape of a Rocky Ford Canta loupe.
Aroused from his Meditation, the Learned Phrenologist looked up at the Stranger as through a Glass, darkly, and pointedto a Red Plush Chair.
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Born in Kentland, Ind., The United States February 09, 1866 Died on May 16, 1944 He was an American writer, newspaper columnist, and playwright. Ade's literary reputation rests upon his achievements as a great humorist of American character during an important era in American history: the first large wave of migration from the countryside to burgeoning cities like Chicago, where, in fact, Ade produced his best fiction. He was a practicing realist during the Age of (William Dean) Howells and a local colorist of Chicago and the Midwest.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a compilation of fables in the style of contemporary American slang, adding new interpretations and commentary to this ancient genre. The author believes that fables are still an important way to convey wisdom and humor, and this book aims to revive their popularity in modern times. By using contemporary language and settings, the author makes these stories relatable and engaging for readers of all ages. The fables in this book cover a wide range of topics such as the pursuit of fame, the importance of education, and the dangers of gossip. The author's unique voice and perspective give these classic tales a fresh and insightful spin. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331738015_0
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