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People You Know
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781022933965
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 122
Weight: 0.77
Height: 0.31 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Rediscover the sharp wit and enduring social commentary of George Ade in People You Know. This collection of essays and short stories showcases Ade's masterful use of American humor and satire. With an observant eye and a gift for capturing the nuances of everyday life, Ade skewers the social mores and familiar characters of his time.
Dive into a world populated by recognizable types, presented with a lighthearted yet insightful perspective. A classic of American literature, this collection provides a glimpse into a bygone era, offering timeless observations about human nature that still resonate today. Prepared meticulously for print republication, People You Know is a delightful exploration of American wit and humor, perfect for anyone who appreciates insightful social commentary delivered with a generous dose of laughter.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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