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Twain, Mark
1835
1910
Clemens, Samuel Langhorne
Twain, Mark (Samuel Clemens)
Alden, W. L. (William Livingston)
1837
1908
Alden, William Livingston
Brown, Jimmy
Amerikkalaisia kaskuja
$aBrooklyn, N. Y. :$bSuomalais.-Amer- Kustannusyhtiö, $c1901.
Reading ease score: 42.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Kun minä olin ehdokkaana kuvernööriksi / Mark Twain -- Ei ole koiraa karvoihin katsominen -- Nainen salapoliisina -- Uuden Berlinopolisvillen naispappi / W. L. Alden -- Koira, joka putosi ilmapallosta -- Kuningas ja oluenpanija / Mark Twain -- Tuhlaajapojan palaaminen -- Hyväntahtoinen setä -- Murhaajien liitto.
Tuula Temonen and Tapio Riikonen
"Amerikkalaisia kaskuja" by Mark Twain is a collection of humorous short stories written in the early 20th century. This book explores various aspects of American life and culture through a series of anecdotes and satire, reflecting Twain's sharp wit and keen observation of society. The collection features a variety of characters and scenarios that showcase the absurdities of politics, social norms, and human behavior. One notable story revolves around Twain's fictitious candidacy for governor, where he humorously navigates the outrageous accusations and scandals that arise during his campaign. Other tales involve a clever woman acting as a detective, a dog that falls from a balloon without harm, and a comical account of a young man's misadventures upon returning home from America. Each story is infused with Twain’s characteristic humor, often delivering poignant critiques of societal expectations and human folly, making it a delightful read for those interested in American humor and literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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