Of All Things by Robert Benchley

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Author Benchley, Robert, 1889-1945
Illustrator Williams, Gluyas, 1888-1982
Title Of All Things
Contents Preface -- The social life of the newt -- "Coffee, megg and ilk, please" -- When genius remained your humble servant -- The tortures of weekend visiting -- Gardening notes -- Lesson number one -- Thoughts on fuel saving -- Not according to Hoyle -- From nine to five -- Turning over a new ledger leaf -- A piece of roast beef -- The community masque as a substitute for war -- Call for Mr. Kenworthy! -- Football; courtesy of Mr. Morse -- A little debit in your tonneau -- A romance in encyclopædia land -- The passing of the orthodox paradox -- Shakespeare explained -- The scientific scenario -- The most popular book of the month -- Christmas afternoon -- Hail, vernal equinox!
Credits Produced by Andrea Ball, Christine Bell & Marc D'Hooghe
Summary "Of All Things" by Robert C. Benchley is a collection of humorous essays written in the early 20th century. This work captures the wit and charm of Benchley’s observations on various topics, including social quirks, natural phenomena, and everyday life’s absurdities. Through his engaging style, Benchley provides delightful commentary that resonates with readers looking for lighthearted yet pointed reflections on the human experience. The opening of the collection introduces the premise of studying the social life of newts, a seemingly absurd topic treated with serious scientific undertones. Benchley humorously recounts his foray into newt observation, exploring their courtship rituals and social hierarchies while simultaneously drawing parallels to human behavior. His whimsical approach transforms what might be a dry biological account into an entertaining narrative, showcasing his ability to turn mundane subjects into comedic gold. As he delves into the quirks of these amphibians, he sets the stage for a series of amusing insights that characterize the essays to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Essays
Subject American wit and humor
Category Text
EBook-No. 37660
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 3, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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