| Author |
Hobart, George V. (George Vere), 1867-1926 |
| Illustrator |
Grant, Gordon, 1875-1962 |
| Title |
Skiddoo!
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
John Henry on upper berths -- John Henry on cooks -- John Henry on patriotism -- John Henry on mosquitoes -- John Henry on street car etiquette -- John Henry on social affairs -- John Henry on chafing dishes.
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| Credits |
Produced by Al Haines
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| Summary |
"Skiddoo!" by George V. Hobart is a humorous collection of sketches featuring the character John Henry, written during the early 20th century. The book showcases John Henry’s comedic observations on various aspects of life, from travel and food to social etiquette and patriotism. It serves as a light-hearted commentary on domestic life and societal norms, infused with satire. Throughout "Skiddoo!", the reader follows John Henry as he navigates a series of amusing encounters and mishaps, including the trials of sleeping in an upper berth on a train, the comically disastrous Thanksgiving dinner prepared by a rather unconventional cook named Ollie, and the chaos of Independence Day celebrations filled with lackluster fireworks and misadventures. Each chapter presents a vignette that blends wit and observation, allowing readers to chuckle at the relatable frustrations of everyday situations. The writing style is lively and engaging, making it an entertaining read that captures the quirks of human nature and social absurdities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
American wit and humor
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
19668 |
| Release Date |
Oct 30, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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