The Wit and Humor of America, Vol 03
H. G. Wells
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The Wit and Humor of America is a delightful collection that showcases the rich tapestry of American wit through a variety of short stories and poems. In this third volume of the ten-part series, listeners will encounter 45 selections from 33 different authors, each offering a unique perspective on humor and satire.
Edited by the renowned humorist Marshall Pinckney Wilder, this volume captures the essence of early 20th-century American humor, blending political commentary with lighthearted storytelling. The diverse range of voices and styles reflects the cultural landscape of the time, making it a fascinating listen for anyone interested in the evolution of American comedic literature.
Whether you are a fan of classic humor or simply looking for a light-hearted escape, this collection promises to entertain and provoke thought, inviting listeners to appreciate the art of humor in its many forms.
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| Our New Neighbors at Ponkapog | 13:35 | Gelesen von JimOCR | |
| My First Visit to Portland | 7:33 | Gelesen von Mark E. Majercik | |
| Wild Animals I have Met | 3:13 | Gelesen von Samanem | |
| Ballade of the "How To" Books, A | 1:50 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| Tree-Toad, The | 1:48 | Gelesen von Samanem | |
| Hired Hand and "Ha'nts", The | 9:51 | Gelesen von Kenneth Sergeant Gaghan | |
| Maxioms | 2:02 | Gelesen von Samanem | |
| Garden Ethics | 6:42 | Gelesen von Marty Kris | |
| Traveled Donkey, A | 17:05 | Gelesen von Marty Kris | |
| Selecting the Faculty | 11:59 | Gelesen von Matthew Reece | |
| Little Orphant Annie | 3:06 | Gelesen von Matthew Reece | |
| Hans Breitmann's Party | 2:52 | Gelesen von Matthew Reece | |
| Rollo Learning to Read | 10:18 | Gelesen von Matthew Reece | |
| Elizabeth Eliza Writes a Paper | 18:21 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| Mr. Stiver's Horse | 11:42 | Gelesen von Marty Kris | |
| Crimson Cord, The | 19:19 | Gelesen von Samanem | |
| Rhyme of the Chivalrous Shark, The | 2:36 | Gelesen von Matthew Reece | |
| Plaint of Jonah, The | 2:04 | Gelesen von Bill Mosley | |
| Dos't O'Blues, A | 2:04 | Gelesen von e_scarab | |
| Morris and the Honorable Tim | 32:23 | Gelesen von Kenneth Sergeant Gaghan | |
| Genial Idiot Suggests a Comic Opera, The | 10:32 | Gelesen von Matthew Reece | |
| Wamsley's Automatic Pastor | 19:00 | Gelesen von Bill Mosley | |
| Bohemians of Boston, The | 3:48 | Gelesen von JimOCR | |
| Letter from Home, A | 2:18 | Gelesen von Ric Cornwall | |
| Courtin', The | 4:34 | Gelesen von Ric Cornwall | |
| Tower of London, The | 21:20 | Gelesen von Bill Mosley | |
| Dislikes | 5:55 | Gelesen von Robert Smith | |
| Uncle Simon and Uncle Jim | 0:40 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| Little Mock-Man, The | 1:57 | Gelesen von e_scarab | |
| Mammy's Lullaby | 1:59 | Gelesen von Ric Cornwall | |
| My Sweetheart | 2:24 | Gelesen von Robert Smith | |
| Auto Rubaiyat, The | 3:32 | Gelesen von JimOCR | |
| Two Ladies, The | 2:05 | Gelesen von David Lawrence | |
| Diamond Wedding, The | 8:24 | Gelesen von e_scarab | |
| Askansas Planter, The | 20:37 | Gelesen von Bill Mosley | |
| Two Young Men, The | 1:54 | Gelesen von David Lawrence | |
| Two Housewives, The | 1:48 | Gelesen von David Lawrence | |
| In Philistia | 2:21 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| Dying Gag, The | 5:15 | Gelesen von Samanem | |
| In Elizabeth's Day | 1:10 | Gelesen von JimOCR | |
| Two Automobilists, The | 1:43 | Gelesen von David Lawrence | |
| New Version, The | 1:12 | Gelesen von Marty Kris | |
| Southern Sketches | 20:47 | Gelesen von Bill Mosley | |
| Two Business Men, The | 1:40 | Gelesen von David Lawrence | |
| Retort, The | 1:26 | Gelesen von Mark E. Majercik |