The Humors of Falconbridge by Falconbridge
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About this eBook
| Author | Falconbridge, 1818-1854 |
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| Title |
The Humors of Falconbridge A Collection of Humorous and Every Day Scenes |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "The Humors of Falconbridge" by Falconbridge is a collection of humorous and everyday scenes written in the mid-19th century. The work is characterized by its witty anecdotes and satirical observations on society, with various characters navigating their quirky predicaments. Central to these tales is a notable figure, Don Cæsar, whose extravagant exploits and the repercussions of his lavish lifestyle serve as a focal point for many of the humorous episodes. The opening of the collection introduces the reader to the humorous life of Don Cæsar, a man living extravagantly at Beltzhoover's Hotel in Baltimore. As he enjoys sumptuous meals and fine wines, he becomes increasingly nonchalant about his growing bill, assuring the clerk that everything will be "all right in the morning." This sets off a series of amusing interactions with other guests and the reactions of hotel staff as they navigate the chaos of his overindulgent behavior. In this way, the text captures the essence of 19th-century American humor through its blend of social commentary and character-driven stories, promising a rich collection of entertaining narratives to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American wit and humor |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30480 |
| Release Date | Nov 15, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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