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The Complete Cynic’s Calendar Of Revised Wisdom, 1906 (1905)

The Complete Cynic’s Calendar Of Revised Wisdom, 1906 (1905)

Addison Mizner / Ethel Watts Mumford / Oliver Herford

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120739100
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The Complete Cynic’s Calendar of Revised Wisdom, 1906 (1905) is a book written by Ethel Watts Mumford. The book is a collection of witty and sarcastic quotes and observations about life, society, and human nature. It was originally published in 1905, but this edition includes additional revisions and updates for the year 1906.The book is organized as a calendar, with each day featuring a different quote or observation. The quotes range from humorous to biting, and cover a variety of topics such as politics, love, money, and religion. Some of the quotes are still relevant today, while others reflect the attitudes and beliefs of the early 20th century.The author, Ethel Watts Mumford, was a writer and poet who was known for her sharp wit and satirical writing. She was a member of the Algonquin Round Table, a group of writers and intellectuals who met regularly in New York City in the 1920s.Overall, The Complete Cynic’s Calendar of Revised Wisdom, 1906 (1905) is a humorous and insightful look at the world through the eyes of a cynical observer. It is a book that will make readers laugh, think, and perhaps even question their own beliefs and assumptions.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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