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McCutcheon, George Barr
1866
1928
Yollop
Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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"Yollop" by George Barr McCutcheon is a comedic novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the unlikely encounter between Crittenden Yollop, an earnest and somewhat naive man, and Cassius Smilk, an inept but self-aware burglar. Their interaction begins under peculiar circumstances, leading to a humorous exploration of crime, identity, and moral dilemmas in a whimsical narrative. At the start of the novel, Mr. Yollop accidentally overpowers a burglar, Cassius Smilk, who is disarmed and bewildered by Yollop's actions. The opening chapter sets a comedic tone, showcasing Yollop's deafness and his strange, bumbling attempts to communicate while holding Smilk at bay with a revolver. As they engage in a banter of misunderstandings and absurd exchanges, readers are introduced to the contrasting personalities of Yollop's innocence and Smilk's roguish charm. This unique introductory scenario hints at the larger exploration of societal norms, the absurdities of life, and the unexpected friendships that can form in the most unlikely situations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Burglars -- Fiction
Crime -- Fiction
Jury -- Fiction
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