The Thorne Smith 3-Decker

The Thorne Smith 3-Decker

Thorne Smith

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Editorial:
Tradd Street Press
Año de edición:
2026
Materia
Ficción clásica
ISBN:
9781025451664
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'The Thorne Smith 3-Decker' is a vibrant collection of classic novels from one of the most celebrated humorists of the early twentieth century. Known for his unique blend of sophisticated wit, ribald humor, and the supernatural, Thorne Smith brings his signature style to this omnibus, offering readers a delightful escape into worlds where the mundane and the magical collide.This collection showcases Smith’s mastery of social satire and fast-paced comedy. Each story explores the absurdities of human nature through scenarios involving mystical transformations, ghostly encounters, and chaotic social blunders. Whether depicting the unexpected adventures of suburbanites or the antics of ancient gods in a modern setting, the narratives remain timeless in their exploration of liberation, escapism, and joy.As a cornerstone of American humorous fiction, the works within 'The Thorne Smith 3-Decker' have influenced generations of writers and remain essential reading for those who appreciate sharp dialogue and whimsical storytelling. This volume captures the irreverent spirit of its era, presenting tales that remain as entertaining and clever today as when they were first conceived.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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