
Chimes From A Jester’s Bells
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**Part I: The Story of Rollo** Mr. Holliday is a self-proclaimed expert on child-rearing, but his attempts to raise his son, Rollo, according to his rigid principles are met with hilarious and unexpected results. Through a series of misadventures, Mr. Holliday learns that parenting is not as straightforward as he thought and that the best way to raise a child is to love and accept them for who they are. **Part II: Stories and Sketches** This section of the book is a collection of short stories, essays, and sketches that explore a wide range of topics, from the humorous to the philosophical. Burdette's writing is characterized by its wit, wisdom, and keen observation of human nature, making this collection a thought-provoking and enjoyable read.Book Details
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Robert Jones Burdette
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Robert Jones Burdette was an American humorist and clergyman who became noted through his paragraphs in The Hawk Eye newspaper in Burlington, Iowa. Mary G. Burdette was his sister. He was born in Gree...
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