The Complete Works Of Artemus Ward: Part 1: Essays, Sketches, And Letters, (Paperback)
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| Management number | 238775101 | Release Date | 2026/07/11 | List Price | US$6.00 | Model Number | 238775101 | ||
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The complete works of Artemus Ward Part 1: Essays, sketches, and letters presents a lively collection of humorous pieces that capture the energetic spirit of a traveling entertainer reflecting on society with wit and playful exaggeration. The opening introduces a light hearted business letter that requests support for a show filled with unusual attractions, including animals and wax figures, establishing a tone rooted in absurdity and gentle critique. This early glimpse sets the stage for a broader mix of essays and sketches that explore cultural habits, public entertainments, and the quirks of everyday life. Through casual observations and exaggerated scenarios, the work highlights the oddities of social behavior while inviting readers into a world shaped by humor and satire. The collection blends commentary with imaginative storytelling, showcasing how comedic framing can reveal underlying truths about ambition, public performance, and the search for novelty. The variety of pieces offers a shifting perspective on the era's customs, demonstrating how playful narrative can illuminate both personal experiences and the broader cultural landscape.
- The Complete Works Of Artemus Ward: Part 1: Essays, Sketches, And Letters, (Paperback)
- Author: Double 9 Books
- ISBN: 9789375554882
- Format: Paperback
- Publication Date: 2025-11-01
- Page Count: 104
| Book format | Paperback |
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| Fiction/nonfiction | Non-Fiction |
| Genre | Parenting & Families |
| Publication date | November, 2025 |
| Pages | 104 |
| Subgenre | General |
| Series title | No Series |
| Number in series | 0 |
| Edition | 1 |
| Publisher | Double9 Books Llp |
| Original languages | English |
| Language | English |
| Is collectible | N |
| Character | Artemus Ward |
| Binding type | Perfect Binding |
| Retail packaging | Single Piece |
| Assembled product height | 8.5 in |
| Assembled product weight | 0.29 lb |
| Bisac subject heading | Humor |
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