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Rogers-isms, the Cowboy Philosopher on the Peace Conference

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Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
Rogers, Will, 1879-1935
Language:
English
Physical Description:
1 online resource : multiple file formats
Place of Publication:
Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
Summary:
"Rogers-isms, the Cowboy Philosopher on the Peace Conference" by Will Rogers is a humorous commentary written in the early 20th century. The book presents a collection of satirical essays that reflect on the events and personalities surrounding the Peace Conference after World War I. Through Rogers' sharp wit and observational humor, the text captures the absurdities and complexities of political negotiations during this significant historical moment. In "Rogers-isms," Will Rogers employs his characteristic humor to offer a light-hearted but thought-provoking perspective on the tumultuous landscape of post-war diplomacy. The book discusses various topics, such as President Wilson's involvement in the Peace Conference, the reactions of different nations, and the quirks of political figures involved in the discussions. Rogers conveys his insights through anecdotes, jokes, and puns, making sharp commentary on serious subjects while maintaining an approachable and entertaining tone. Ultimately, the book serves not only as an engaging read but also as a reflection of the political climate of its time, emphasizing the importance of humor in understanding complex historical events. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Credits:
Produced by Bryan Ness, Irma Špehar and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)
Notes:
Release date is 2007-02-11

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