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Innocent Bystanding

Innocent Bystanding

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ISBN10: 1025488733
ISBN13: 9781025488738
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 264
Weight: 0.82
Height: 0.55 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Innocent Bystanding is a delightful collection of humorous sketches and satirical essays by the celebrated American humorist Frank Sullivan. Written during the vibrant era of the late 1920s, this work showcases Sullivan's keen eye for the absurdities of daily life and his mastery of wit. The collection offers a series of lighthearted observations on urban living, social etiquette, and the eccentricities of modern society. Known for his sharp wordplay and gentle irony, Sullivan invites readers to view the world through the lens of a self-professed innocent bystander who finds comedy in the mundane.

As a prominent figure in the New York literary scene, Sullivan's work reflects the sophisticated yet accessible humor that defined a generation of American satire. Each piece in Innocent Bystanding serves as a testament to the author's ability to find charm and hilarity in everything from high-society galas to the simple frustrations of a city dweller. This work remains an enduring example of early twentieth-century American humor, providing a charming time capsule of the wit and spirit of its age.

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