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Title: The Real Dope

Note: Reading ease score: 68.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Eric Eldred, William Flis and the Online
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Summary: "The Real Dope" by Ring Lardner is a collection of humorous letters written in an informal, conversational style during the early 20th century. The book captures the journey and experiences of a soldier, Jack Keefe, who is writing to his friend Al about his thoughts and experiences while traveling to France during World War I. It provides a unique perspective on the war, blending camaraderie, humor, and the everyday challenges faced by soldiers. The opening of the narrative establishes Jack as a relatable character with a penchant for humor, as he describes life aboard a troop ship headed to Europe. He shares his feelings of homesickness, the dynamics among the soldiers, and their daily interactions while traveling through dangerous waters. Jack's letters reflect his down-to-earth personality, his thoughts about the war, and concern for his family back home, particularly his wife Florrie. His observations, filled with witty commentary about military life and his interactions with fellow soldiers, set the tone for a humorous yet poignant take on the human experience during wartime. Overall, the beginning hints at the larger themes of friendship, duty, and the absurdities of war, making it an engaging read for those interested in both historical and comedic literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Lardner, Ring, 1885-1933

EBook No.: 7405

Published: Feb 1, 2005

Downloads: 175

Language: English

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Caricatures and cartoons

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Real Dope

Note: Reading ease score: 68.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Eric Eldred, William Flis and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team

Summary: "The Real Dope" by Ring Lardner is a collection of humorous letters written in an informal, conversational style during the early 20th century. The book captures the journey and experiences of a soldier, Jack Keefe, who is writing to his friend Al about his thoughts and experiences while traveling to France during World War I. It provides a unique perspective on the war, blending camaraderie, humor, and the everyday challenges faced by soldiers. The opening of the narrative establishes Jack as a relatable character with a penchant for humor, as he describes life aboard a troop ship headed to Europe. He shares his feelings of homesickness, the dynamics among the soldiers, and their daily interactions while traveling through dangerous waters. Jack's letters reflect his down-to-earth personality, his thoughts about the war, and concern for his family back home, particularly his wife Florrie. His observations, filled with witty commentary about military life and his interactions with fellow soldiers, set the tone for a humorous yet poignant take on the human experience during wartime. Overall, the beginning hints at the larger themes of friendship, duty, and the absurdities of war, making it an engaging read for those interested in both historical and comedic literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Lardner, Ring, 1885-1933

EBook No.: 7405

Published: Feb 1, 2005

Downloads: 175

Language: English

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Caricatures and cartoons

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.