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Robert Benchley (1889–1945) was an American humorist, journalist, drama critic, and film actor. A central figure of the Algonquin Roundtable, he was renowned for his articles in the New Yorker. Defining humor as “anything that makes people laugh,” he had a great impact on humorists such as Woody Allen and Dave Barry.
Of All Things! (Barnes & Noble Digital Library)
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9781411441453
- Publisher: Barnes & Noble
- Publication date: 03/01/2011
- Series: Barnes & Noble Digital Library
- Sold by: Barnes & Noble
- Format: eBook
- Pages: 252
- Sales rank: 401,527
- File size: 1 MB
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First published in book form in 1921, this essay collection offers a multitude of witty examples of the humor found in everyday life. Whether he’s pondering or ranting, Benchley makes wry observations on such topics as energy conservation, the game of bridge, and learning to drive. They are as funny today as they were ninety years ago.
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