Introducing Irony: A Book of Poetic Short Stories and Poems by Maxwell Bodenheim
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| Author | Bodenheim, Maxwell, 1893-1954 |
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| LoC No. | 22009657 |
| Title | Introducing Irony: A Book of Poetic Short Stories and Poems |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Introducing Irony: A Book of Poetic Short Stories and Poems" by Maxwell Bodenheim is a collection of poetic narratives crafted in the early 20th century. The book delves into themes of human emotion and experience, often wrapped in irony and complex social commentary. Through varied characters like Jack Rose, a heroin peddler, and others, it explores the intricacies of life, love, and existential musings, intertwining poetry with short stories. At the start of the collection, readers are introduced to Jack Rose, a character steeped in melancholy and irony as he navigates the dark alleys of life as a heroin dealer. His encounter with May Bulger, who pawns her body to cope with grief, unravels the complex interplay of desire, suffering, and emotional connection. This opening sets a tone of introspection and poignancy, hinting at Bodenheim's exploration of the human condition, contrasting moments of harsh reality with fleeting beauty, and criticizing societal norms. The piece serves as a compelling invitation to explore the deeper narratives woven throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry -- 20th century |
| Subject | Short stories, American |
| Subject | American fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60427 |
| Release Date | Oct 5, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 59 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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