More Fables by George Ade
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"More Fables" by George Ade is a collection of humorous fables written in the early 20th century, specifically around the year 1900. The book features a variety of anecdotes focusing on the idiosyncrasies of human behavior, often presented with a satirical twist that delivers moral lessons wrapped in witty commentary. The fables present characters from various walks of life, such as Uncle Brewster, a shifty traveler, and other colorful figures like the
Grass Widow and the Honest Money-Maker, showcasing their quirks and societal interactions. At the start of the collection, we are introduced to Uncle Brewster, who, despite his wife's warnings about the temptations of the city, sets off for a trip filled with comedic misadventures. From his failed attempts at betting at the racetrack to his awkward encounters with various city folk, Brewster's experiences highlight the often absurd nature of social pretensions and expectations. Encountering a theater where he feels overwhelmed by prices, he ends up grappling with both his budget and social aspirations, eventually returning home to a rather unimpressive tale of virtue and restraint—only to discover that the truth of his escapade contrasts sharply with the way he tries to present it at home. This opening sets the tone for the fables, which cleverly juxtapose human folly with sharp insights into societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ade, George, 1866-1944 |
|---|---|
| Title | More Fables |
| Credits | Produced by PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American wit and humor |
| Subject | Fables |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 11930 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 508 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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