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My Old Man

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In a series of essays, Runyon, reflects on the frank, often outrageous opinions of his “old man,” who knows a thing or two about just about everything—and even if he doesn’t, he’ll tell you anyway. Damon Runyon's "old man" is neither a small-time Broadway crook, nor a modest Brooklyn Babbitt… He is a salty old commentator on men, women and manners, who says what he thinks with more force and ... Read more

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In a series of essays, Runyon, reflects on the frank, often outrageous opinions of his “old man,” who knows a thing or two about just about everything—and even if he doesn’t, he’ll tell you anyway. Damon Runyon's "old man" is neither a small-time Broadway crook, nor a modest Brooklyn Babbitt… He is a salty old commentator on men, women and manners, who says what he thinks with more force and
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On Growing Up Tough

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**The #1 New York Times–bestselling author shares her rough journey to adulthood in a book that "should be read by every American" ( Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette).Born in Manchester, England, in 1900, growing up wasn't easy for Janet Taylor Caldwell. Her Scottish parents warned her that if she ever misbehaved at school, she'd be "thoroughly thrashed." Weekends at home were filled with church and ... Read more

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**The #1 New York Times–bestselling author shares her rough journey to adulthood in a book that "should be read by every American" ( Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette).Born in Manchester, England, in 1900, growing up wasn't easy for Janet Taylor Caldwell. Her Scottish parents warned her that if she ever misbehaved at school, she'd be "thoroughly thrashed." Weekends at home were filled with church and
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The Man of Last Resort Or The Clients of Randolph Mason

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The book is composed of several interconnected stories, each involving a different client who comes to Mason with a seemingly unsolvable problem. Mason’s solutions are often unorthodox, relying on his deep understanding of the law and his willingness to push its boundaries.In each case, Mason navigates the intricacies of the legal system to find loopholes or technicalities that can be used to his ... Read more

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The book is composed of several interconnected stories, each involving a different client who comes to Mason with a seemingly unsolvable problem. Mason’s solutions are often unorthodox, relying on his deep understanding of the law and his willingness to push its boundaries.In each case, Mason navigates the intricacies of the legal system to find loopholes or technicalities that can be used to his
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One Third Off

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"One Third Off" by Irvin S. Cobb is a humorous novel that explores the life of a man who finds himself in a series of comical misadventures. Set in a small town, the story revolves around the protagonist's attempts to navigate the complexities of love, friendship, and the quirks of everyday life. Cobb's witty writing style and keen observations of human nature bring the characters to life, making ... Read more

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"One Third Off" by Irvin S. Cobb is a humorous novel that explores the life of a man who finds himself in a series of comical misadventures. Set in a small town, the story revolves around the protagonist's attempts to navigate the complexities of love, friendship, and the quirks of everyday life. Cobb's witty writing style and keen observations of human nature bring the characters to life, making
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The Parenticide Club

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"The Parenticide Club" features four short-stories about a family murder, as seen from the eye of its most innocent member, who just might be the murderer himself. ... Read more

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The Business Man

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An eccentric narrator proudly explains his "systematic" life as a man of business, recounting a series of bizarre and often absurd ventures he calls professional work. Through his exaggerated sense of order and his dubious schemes, Poe satirizes the idea of respectability, industry, and self-importance, turning the portrait of a "businessman" into a comic critique of greed and pretension. ... Read more

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An eccentric narrator proudly explains his "systematic" life as a man of business, recounting a series of bizarre and often absurd ventures he calls professional work. Through his exaggerated sense of order and his dubious schemes, Poe satirizes the idea of respectability, industry, and self-importance, turning the portrait of a "businessman" into a comic critique of greed and pretension.
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The Standard Household-Effect Company (from Literature and Life)

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In "The Standard Household-Effect Company," Howells satirizes the business practices and consumer culture of the late 19th century. The story revolves around a man named Adams who works for the "Standard Household-Effect Company," a fictional company that sells all sorts of household goods and products. The company uses aggressive sales tactics and marketing strategies to convince customers to ... Read more

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In "The Standard Household-Effect Company," Howells satirizes the business practices and consumer culture of the late 19th century. The story revolves around a man named Adams who works for the "Standard Household-Effect Company," a fictional company that sells all sorts of household goods and products. The company uses aggressive sales tactics and marketing strategies to convince customers to
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Laugh and Live

Self-Help Guide to a Joyful Life

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Laugh and Live praises the power of positive thinking and self-confidence in raising one's health, business and social prospects. It is written by Douglas Fairbanks, American actor and producer, known as The First King of Hollywood. The sole purpose of the book is to emphasize our first duty toward ourselves, which consists of doing our level best at everything we undertake, and making the best of ... Read more

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Laugh and Live praises the power of positive thinking and self-confidence in raising one's health, business and social prospects. It is written by Douglas Fairbanks, American actor and producer, known as The First King of Hollywood. The sole purpose of the book is to emphasize our first duty toward ourselves, which consists of doing our level best at everything we undertake, and making the best of
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Sketches New and Old, Part 6.

by Mark Twain ...

The book is divided into two parts, and it includes a variety of humorous essays and anecdotes, often satirizing the social, political, and cultural aspects of the time in which Twain lived. Some of the pieces in "Sketches New and Old" include "The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County," "The Awful German Language," "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County," and "A Ghost Story."Mark ... Read more

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The book is divided into two parts, and it includes a variety of humorous essays and anecdotes, often satirizing the social, political, and cultural aspects of the time in which Twain lived. Some of the pieces in "Sketches New and Old" include "The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County," "The Awful German Language," "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County," and "A Ghost Story."Mark
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The Spirit of Youth and the City Streets

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According to Wikipedia: "Jane Addams (September 6, 1860 May 21, 1935) was a founder of the U.S. Settlement House movement, and one of the first American women to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize." ... Read more

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According to Wikipedia: "Jane Addams (September 6, 1860 May 21, 1935) was a founder of the U.S. Settlement House movement, and one of the first American women to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize."
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Evergreens

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The Library of Alexandria is an independent small business publishing house. We specialize in bringing back to live rare, historical and ancient Books. This includes manuscripts such as: classical fiction, philosophy, science, Religion, folklore, mythology, history, literature, politics and sacred texts, in addition to Secret and esoteric subjects, such as: occult, freemasonry, alchemy, hermetic, ... Read more

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The Library of Alexandria is an independent small business publishing house. We specialize in bringing back to live rare, historical and ancient Books. This includes manuscripts such as: classical fiction, philosophy, science, Religion, folklore, mythology, history, literature, politics and sacred texts, in addition to Secret and esoteric subjects, such as: occult, freemasonry, alchemy, hermetic,
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Bill Nye's Sparks

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Bill Nye's Sparks is another delightful collection of humorous essays by the famous American humorist Bill Nye. Like many of his works, the book offers a series of witty observations, satirical commentary, and laugh-out-loud anecdotes. Nye's comedic style is characterized by sharp wordplay, exaggeration, and a playful, yet insightful critique of human nature and society. The title "Sparks" refers ... Read more

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Bill Nye's Sparks is another delightful collection of humorous essays by the famous American humorist Bill Nye. Like many of his works, the book offers a series of witty observations, satirical commentary, and laugh-out-loud anecdotes. Nye's comedic style is characterized by sharp wordplay, exaggeration, and a playful, yet insightful critique of human nature and society. The title "Sparks" refers
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