The Wit and Humor of America, Vol 04
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The Wit and Humor of America invites listeners to explore a rich tapestry of American wit through a curated collection of short stories and poems. This fourth volume features 40 selections from 33 diverse authors, each offering a unique perspective on humor and satire.
Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America, these works reflect the social and political landscape of the time, blending comedy with keen observations on life. From lighthearted anecdotes to sharp political commentary, this anthology showcases the breadth of American humor.
Whether you are a fan of classic literature or simply looking for a good laugh, this volume promises to entertain and provoke thought, making it a distinctive addition to the genre of humorous fiction.
Chapters
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| The Briefless Barrister | 2:47 | Read by Katine | |
| The Two Husbands | 1:36 | Read by Ana | |
| Story of the Two Friars | 11:05 | Read by Samanem | |
| The Greco-Trojan Game | 8:42 | Read by Patrick Reinhart | |
| The Economical Pair | 1:39 | Read by Kalynda | |
| The Two Pedestrians | 1:44 | Read by Samanem | |
| A Complaint of Friends | 50:52 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) | |
| Ponchus Pilut | 2:23 | Read by TriciaG | |
| The Wolf at Susan's Door | 29:22 | Read by Marty Kris | |
| The Two Prisoners | 1:11 | Read by Katine | |
| A Modern Advantage | 1:14 | Read by TriciaG | |
| The Raggedy Man | 2:38 | Read by Samanem | |
| A Modern Eclogue | 1:43 | Read by Kalynda | |
| A Cable-Car Preacher | 3:58 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) | |
| How to Know the Wild Animals | 2:10 | Read by Matthew Reece | |
| I Remember, I Remember | 1:22 | Read by ImkeStevens | |
| The Coupon Bonds | 21:25 | Read by JimOCR | |
| The Shooting-Match | 34:16 | Read by Jerry Romero | |
| Desolution | 2:38 | Read by Denny Sayers (d. 2015) | |
| Crankidoxology | 3:00 | Read by Matthew Reece | |
| My Honey, My Love | 2:20 | Read by Ric Cornwall | |
| The Grand Opera | 4:53 | Read by Kalynda | |
| In a State of Sin | 24:10 | Read by Ric Cornwall | |
| An April Aria | 1:44 | Read by ImkeStevens | |
| Meditations of a Mariner | 1:00 | Read by Phil Chenevert | |
| Victory | 1:14 | Read by Ric Cornwall | |
| The Family Horse | 15:30 | Read by Marty Kris | |
| Sonnet of the Lovable Lass and the Plethoric Dad | 2:10 | Read by Ric Cornwall | |
| The Love Sonnets of a Husband | 6:02 | Read by Matthew Reece | |
| How We Bought a Sewin' Machine and Organ | 18:40 | Read by Ric Cornwall | |
| Cheer for the Consumer | 2:48 | Read by Jerry Romero | |
| A Desperate Race | 13:37 | Read by Kenneth Sergeant Gaghan | |
| As Good as a Play | 7:33 | Read by Lily-LLM | |
| The Autocrat of the Breakfast Table | 15:21 | Read by JimOCR | |
| Cæsar's Quiet Lunch with Cicero | 3:04 | Read by Marty Kris | |
| Comin' Home Thanksgivin' | 2:24 | Read by Phil Chenevert | |
| Praise-God Barebones | 2:15 | Read by Ric Cornwall | |
| The Loafer and the Squire | 11:59 | Read by Samanem | |
| De Stove Pipe Hole | 6:55 | Read by Phil Chenevert | |
| The Girl from Mercury | 38:18 | Read by jorome |