The Wit and Humor of America, Vol 02


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The Wit and Humor of America, Volume 2 invites listeners to explore a rich tapestry of American wit through a collection of 44 short stories and poems by 31 diverse authors. This volume showcases the unique voices and perspectives that have shaped American humor, offering a delightful blend of satire, comedy, and poignant observations.

Edited by the renowned humorist Marshall Pinckney Wilder, this anthology captures the essence of American life and culture, reflecting the social and political landscape of its time. Each piece is a window into the humor that has entertained and provoked thought across generations.

Whether you are a fan of classic literature or simply looking for a light-hearted escape, this volume promises to engage and amuse, making it a perfect addition to any audiobook collection.

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Two New Houses, The 2:39 Gelesen von David Lawrence
Yes? 0:48 Gelesen von Patrick Reinhart
Fascination 0:50 Gelesen von Patrick Reinhart
Barney McGee 4:58 Gelesen von Marty Kris
Old Deacon's Version of the Story of the Rich Man and Lazarus, The 3:28 Gelesen von Phil Chenevert
Two Suitors, The 1:47 Gelesen von TriciaG
Recruit, The 2:21 Gelesen von Ric Cornwall
Beecher Beached, The 0:48 Gelesen von Patrick Reinhart
Our Best Society 49:47 Gelesen von Ric Cornwall
Two Farmers, The 1:20 Gelesen von TriciaG
Samuel Brown 2:04 Gelesen von Brandt Wolf
Way it Wuz, The 3:19 Gelesen von Samanem
She Talked 2:41 Gelesen von Patrick Reinhart
Grandma Keeler Gets Grandpa Ready for Sunday-School 24:48 Gelesen von Marty Kris
Vive La Bagatelle 1:49 Gelesen von Matthew Reece
Two Brothers, The 1:18 Gelesen von Brandt Wolf
Letter, A 12:22 Gelesen von Samanem
Familiar Authors at Work 4:27 Gelesen von Robert Smith
Lost Word, The 1:33 Gelesen von Brandt Wolf
Dutchman Who Had the "Small Pox," The 8:46 Gelesen von Phil Chenevert
Walk 4:03 Gelesen von Robert Smith
Mr. Dooley on Gold-Seeking 4:44 Gelesen von Ada Kerman
Love Sonnets of a Hoodlum 4:39 Gelesen von Ric Cornwall
How "Ruby" Played 11:37 Gelesen von Robert Smith
Plagiarism 0:46 Gelesen von Matthew Reece
Go Lightly, Gal (The Cake Walk) 2:28 Gelesen von Ric Cornwall
Golfer's Rubaiyat, The 3:32 Gelesen von Matthew Reece
Mr. Dooley on Reform Candidates 7:03 Gelesen von Samanem
An Evening Musicale 13:32 Gelesen von Kalynda
Comin' Thu 1:55 Gelesen von Matthew Reece
Aunt Dinah's Kitchen 13:39 Gelesen von Joyce Couch
Strike at Hinman's, The 16:00 Gelesen von Bill Mosley
Nautical Ballad, A 2:52 Gelesen von Bill Mosley
Natural Perversities 2:36 Gelesen von Matthew Reece
Budd Wilkins at the Show 4:19 Gelesen von Ric Cornwall
Ballad 2:05 Gelesen von Matthew Reece
Hoosier and the Salt Pile, The 11:49 Gelesen von Bill Mosley
Rival Entertainment, A 16:05 Gelesen von Kenneth Sergeant Gaghan
Yawcob Strauss 2:33 Gelesen von Ric Cornwall
Seffy and Sally 33:43 Gelesen von Joyce Couch
An Archæological Congress 2:55 Gelesen von Kalynda
Boy's View of It, A 3:15 Gelesen von Bill Mosley
Ringworm Frank 1:39 Gelesen von Samanem
Colonel's Clothes, The 13:52 Gelesen von Kenneth Sergeant Gaghan