| Compiler |
Masson, Thomas L., 1866-1934 |
| Title |
Best Short Stories
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Jennifer Goslee and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Best Short Stories" by Thomas L. Masson is a collection of humorous anecdotes and short tales written during the early 20th century. The stories reflect a light-hearted examination of human nature and societal quirks, often drawing on themes related to everyday life, military experiences, and personal relationships. Through a variety of humorous scenarios, the book seeks to capture relatable moments that reveal deeper truths about human behavior. The opening portion introduces readers to the author’s whimsical approach to storytelling, demonstrating his knack for satire and observational humor. Featuring a series of short narratives, the beginning covers diverse subjects ranging from military misadventures to humorous misunderstandings in relationships. Each story is brisk and punchy, often concluding with a comedic twist that elicits laughter while simultaneously prompting reflection on the absurdities of life. Overall, this light-hearted beginning sets the tone for an engaging collection that invites readers to enjoy the quirks of human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
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| Subject |
Wit and humor
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| Subject |
Anecdotes
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
15667 |
| Release Date |
Apr 20, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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