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Satirical Short Stories

Wit and satire used for amusement or even to critique society

by Oscar Wilde, Oscar Wilde, Nikolai Gogol, Mark Twain, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, D H Lawrence, Anton Chekhov, James Fenimore Cooper, Hristo Smirenski, Stacy Aumonier, E M Delafield0, Sadat Hasan Manto1, J M Barrie2, Nathaniel Hawthorne3, Jerome K Jerome4 ...

Narrated by Richard Mitchley5, Hubert Gregg6, David Shaw-Parker7 ...

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Satire. That form of wit that ridicules all those shortcomings and flaws in individuals, society and its institutions in an effort to shame and mock them into a change of behaviour. And words in the hands of such talents as Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Jerome K Jerome and very many others are the mightiest weapons of such persuasion.01 - Satirical Short Stories - An Introduction02 - Lord Arthur Savile ... Read more

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Satire. That form of wit that ridicules all those shortcomings and flaws in individuals, society and its institutions in an effort to shame and mock them into a change of behaviour. And words in the hands of such talents as Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Jerome K Jerome and very many others are the mightiest weapons of such persuasion.01 - Satirical Short Stories - An Introduction02 - Lord Arthur Savile
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20 American Historical Novels

Colonial Frontiers, Revolution, Civil War, and Reconstruction in an American Historical Fiction Anthology

by James Fenimore Cooper, Francis Lynde, S. Weir Mitchell, Stephen Crane, John Jr. Fox, William Makepeace Thackeray, Augusta J. Evans, George Washington Cable, Joseph A. Altsheler, Sherwood Anderson, Henry Peterson, Albion Winegar Tourgée, Mary Johnston, G. A. Henty, Gustave Aimard, Randall Parrish, Nathaniel Hawthorne ...

20 American Historical Novels assembles an expansive panorama of the American past, from colonial encounter and revolutionary conflict to frontier settlement, Civil War memory, and the pressures of modernization. Its varied forms—romance, adventure tale, regional chronicle, psychological fiction, and social satire—reveal how historical narrative mediates between documentary imagination and popular ... Read more

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20 American Historical Novels assembles an expansive panorama of the American past, from colonial encounter and revolutionary conflict to frontier settlement, Civil War memory, and the pressures of modernization. Its varied forms—romance, adventure tale, regional chronicle, psychological fiction, and social satire—reveal how historical narrative mediates between documentary imagination and popular
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50 Westerns – The Best Cowboy Adventures, Rider Trails, Stories of Outlaws & Battles with Indians

Legends of the American Frontier

by Karl May, James Fenimore Cooper, Max Brand, B. M. Bower, Zane Grey, Jackson Gregory, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Emerson Hough, Andy Adams, Bret Harte, Owen Wister, Willa Cather, O. Henry, Grace Livingston Hill, Charles Alden Seltzer, Andre Norton, Dane Coolidge, Frederic Homer Balch, Frederic Remington, Robert W. Chambers, Frank H. Spearman, J. Allan Dunn, Robert E. Howard, Charles Siringo ...

'Äú50 Westerns 'Äì The Best Cowboy Adventures, Rider Trails, Stories of Outlaws & Battles with Indians'Äù is a compelling anthology that captures the vast landscape of the American frontier with remarkable diversity and depth. This collection traverses the dusty trails and tumultuous histories that define the Western genre, featuring tales of courage, resilience, and the complex interactions ... Read more

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'Äú50 Westerns 'Äì The Best Cowboy Adventures, Rider Trails, Stories of Outlaws & Battles with Indians'Äù is a compelling anthology that captures the vast landscape of the American frontier with remarkable diversity and depth. This collection traverses the dusty trails and tumultuous histories that define the Western genre, featuring tales of courage, resilience, and the complex interactions
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The Monikins

by J. FENIMORE COOPER ...

In "The Monikins," the story is set on the fictional island of Leaphigh, which is inhabited by a race of intelligent and civilized monkeys known as Monikins. These Monikins have developed a complex society with various customs, laws, and government systems. Cooper uses this setup to satirize the political and social structures of human societies.The novel follows the adventures of Sir John ... Read more

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In "The Monikins," the story is set on the fictional island of Leaphigh, which is inhabited by a race of intelligent and civilized monkeys known as Monikins. These Monikins have developed a complex society with various customs, laws, and government systems. Cooper uses this setup to satirize the political and social structures of human societies.The novel follows the adventures of Sir John
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50 WESTERNS (Vol. 2)

Fifty Classic Tales of Gunfighters, Cowboys, Wilderness Quests, and the Mythic American Frontier

by Karl May, James Fenimore Cooper, Max Brand, B. M. Bower, Zane Grey, Jackson Gregory, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Emerson Hough, Andy Adams, Bret Harte, Owen Wister, Willa Cather, O. Henry, Grace Livingston Hill, Charles Alden Seltzer, Andre Norton, Dane Coolidge, Frederic Homer Balch, Frederic Remington, Robert W. Chambers, Frank H. Spearman, J. Allan Dunn, Robert E. Howard, Charles Siringo ...

50 WESTERNS (Vol. 2) surveys the western as a capacious literary terrain where frontier adventure, romance, detective intrigue, humor, historical reconstruction, and speculative invention converge. Its selections range from terse tales of pursuit and violence to expansive narratives of settlement, cattle-country labor, outlawry, and contested belonging. By placing canonical frontier mythmaking ... Read more

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50 WESTERNS (Vol. 2) surveys the western as a capacious literary terrain where frontier adventure, romance, detective intrigue, humor, historical reconstruction, and speculative invention converge. Its selections range from terse tales of pursuit and violence to expansive narratives of settlement, cattle-country labor, outlawry, and contested belonging. By placing canonical frontier mythmaking
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Tales For Fifteen

by J. Fenimore Cooper ...

Tales for fifteen or imagination and heart offers a gentle exploration of youthful emotion, evolving friendships, and the imaginative inner world that shapes early understandings of affection. The collection reflects the uncertainties of growing up, highlighting how expectation, curiosity, and social pressure influence the ways young people interpret their relationships. The opening scenes follow ... Read more

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Tales for fifteen or imagination and heart offers a gentle exploration of youthful emotion, evolving friendships, and the imaginative inner world that shapes early understandings of affection. The collection reflects the uncertainties of growing up, highlighting how expectation, curiosity, and social pressure influence the ways young people interpret their relationships. The opening scenes follow
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MILES WALLINGFORD: SEQUEL TO AFLOAT AND ASHORE.

by J Fenimore Cooper ...

The novel is a continuation of the adventures of Miles Wallingford as he navigates through various challenges and experiences, including maritime adventures, personal trials, and relationships. It delves into Wallingford's growth, his encounters with adversity, and his pursuit of a fulfilling life, often against the backdrop of maritime settings that were common in Cooper's works.Similar to Cooper ... Read more

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The novel is a continuation of the adventures of Miles Wallingford as he navigates through various challenges and experiences, including maritime adventures, personal trials, and relationships. It delves into Wallingford's growth, his encounters with adversity, and his pursuit of a fulfilling life, often against the backdrop of maritime settings that were common in Cooper's works.Similar to Cooper
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The Pilot: A Tale of the Sea

by J. Fenimore Cooper ...

Set during the American Revolution, "The Pilot" follows the adventures of a mysterious and skilled American sea captain known as "The Pilot" or "The Pilot of the Fiery Cross." The story revolves around the captain's daring exploits at sea, his interactions with British forces, and his involvement in aiding the American cause during the Revolutionary War.The novel is notable for its maritime themes ... Read more

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Set during the American Revolution, "The Pilot" follows the adventures of a mysterious and skilled American sea captain known as "The Pilot" or "The Pilot of the Fiery Cross." The story revolves around the captain's daring exploits at sea, his interactions with British forces, and his involvement in aiding the American cause during the Revolutionary War.The novel is notable for its maritime themes
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The Spy Condensed for use in schools

by J. Fenimore Cooper ...

The condensed version of the novel is likely intended to make the story more accessible to younger readers, particularly students in schools. It may focus on key plot points, characters, and themes while omitting some of the longer descriptive passages or subplots found in the original work.By condensing the novel, educators can introduce students to important themes of loyalty, betrayal, and ... Read more

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The condensed version of the novel is likely intended to make the story more accessible to younger readers, particularly students in schools. It may focus on key plot points, characters, and themes while omitting some of the longer descriptive passages or subplots found in the original work.By condensing the novel, educators can introduce students to important themes of loyalty, betrayal, and
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The Wept of Wish-Ton-Wish

by J. Fenimore Cooper ...

Set in Colonial America, the story depicts the conflicts and struggles between the English settlers and Native American tribes during the 17th century. The novel is situated in the Connecticut region and revolves around the conflict between the Puritan settlers and the local Native American tribes, particularly the Pequots.The title "The Wept of Wish-Ton-Wish" refers to a tragic event within the ... Read more

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Set in Colonial America, the story depicts the conflicts and struggles between the English settlers and Native American tribes during the 17th century. The novel is situated in the Connecticut region and revolves around the conflict between the Puritan settlers and the local Native American tribes, particularly the Pequots.The title "The Wept of Wish-Ton-Wish" refers to a tragic event within the
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50 WESTERNS (Vol. 2)

Ride Proud Rebel, Winnetou, The Two-Gun Man, The Last of the Mohicans, The Outcasts of Poker Flat, Heart of the West...

by Karl May, James Fenimore Cooper, Max Brand, B. M. Bower, Zane Grey, Jackson Gregory, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Emerson Hough, Andy Adams, Bret Harte, Owen Wister, Willa Cather, O. Henry, Grace Livingston Hill, Charles Alden Seltzer, Andre Norton, Dane Coolidge, Frederic Homer Balch, Frederic Remington, Robert W. Chambers, Frank H. Spearman, J. Allan Dunn, Robert E. Howard, Charles Siringo ...

Embark on a literary journey with "50 WESTERNS (Vol. 2)," a captivating anthology that traverses the multifaceted landscapes of the American frontier through an eclectic array of narratives. Assembled with a rich variety of literary styles, from the iconic cowboy tales to the introspective narratives of the wilderness, this collection captures the mythos and realities of the Wild West. The ... Read more

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Embark on a literary journey with "50 WESTERNS (Vol. 2)," a captivating anthology that traverses the multifaceted landscapes of the American frontier through an eclectic array of narratives. Assembled with a rich variety of literary styles, from the iconic cowboy tales to the introspective narratives of the wilderness, this collection captures the mythos and realities of the Wild West. The
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The Chainbearer Or The Littlepage Manuscripts

by J. Fenimore Cooper ...

The novel is set in the early years of the American Republic and continues the story of the Littlepage family, focusing on the themes of land ownership, settlement, and the conflicts that arise from these issues. The protagonist, Mordaunt Littlepage, recounts the story, giving readers a view into the historical and social dynamics of the time.The title character, the Chainbearer, is an old land ... Read more

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The novel is set in the early years of the American Republic and continues the story of the Littlepage family, focusing on the themes of land ownership, settlement, and the conflicts that arise from these issues. The protagonist, Mordaunt Littlepage, recounts the story, giving readers a view into the historical and social dynamics of the time.The title character, the Chainbearer, is an old land
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