Traits of American Humour, Vol. 1 of 3

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Haliburton, Thomas Chandler, 1796-1865

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Traits of American Humour, Vol. 1 of 3" by Thomas Chandler Haliburton is a collection of humorous tales and observations about American culture and character written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the diversity of American humor, contrasting regional differences and styles influenced by local customs and dialects. The author seeks to capture a distinct essence of American wit through various native voices, celebrating the unique comedic elements inherent to different states. The opening of the book presents a preface that outlines the nature of American humor, emphasizing its regional distinctions and the influence of historical, cultural, and societal contexts. Haliburton introduces characters and anecdotes that exemplify the humor from different sections of America, touching upon the traits of people in New England, the South, and the West. It sets the stage for the tales to come, highlighting figures such as Lieutenant Turniptop, who embodies quirky characteristics of local politics and society, thus promising readers a whimsical exploration of human idiosyncrasies while showcasing the rich tapestry of American life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

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Notes:

Reading ease score: 75.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2015-09-03