Mr. Dooley's Philosophy by Finley Peter Dunne
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| Author | Dunne, Finley Peter, 1867-1936 |
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| Title | Mr. Dooley's Philosophy |
| Note | Reading ease score: 86.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Mr. Dooley's Philosophy" by Finley Peter Dunne is a collection of humorous monologues written in the late 19th century. The book presents the charismatic character Mr. Dooley, an Irish-American innkeeper, who shares his colorful and satirical perspectives on various social, political, and cultural issues of the day through engaging conversations with his friend Mr. Hennessy. At the start of the book, the opening portion introduces Mr. Dooley as he enthusiastically reviews a book about the military exploits of Theodore Roosevelt, using it as a springboard to humorously critique the war narrative and the nature of heroism. Through his entertaining dialogue, Dooley reflects on the absurdities he perceives in politics and war, illustrating his wit and charm. The conversational style sets the tone for the collection, inviting readers into a world where humor and philosophy intertwine as Mr. Dooley offers commentary on contemporary events, showcasing his knack for blending entertainment with astute social observation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Irish-American wit and humor |
| Subject | Irish Americans -- Humor |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7976 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 261 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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