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Comic Tales And Sketches (1852)

Comic Tales And Sketches (1852)

Albert Richard Smith

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781436810319
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Comic Tales and Sketches is a collection of humorous stories and sketches written by Albert Richard Smith and first published in 1852. The book includes a variety of tales ranging from witty and satirical to absurd and nonsensical. The stories are set in different locations and feature a diverse cast of characters, including mischievous schoolboys, hapless travelers, and eccentric inventors. The book is notable for its use of wordplay, puns, and clever twists, as well as its commentary on social norms and conventions of the time. Smith’s writing style is engaging and entertaining, making the book a delightful read for anyone who enjoys a good laugh.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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