Half-Hours With The Idiot

Half-Hours with the Idiot

by John Kendrick Bangs

'Half-Hours with the Idiot' is a collection of essays by John Kendrick Bangs, where a fictional character, Mr. Idiot, delivers absurd and satirical commentary on various aspects of life. His opinions on women, taxation, international diplomacy, and other topics are presented with a mixture of ridiculous fallacies and clever wit, making for a humorous and thought-provoking read. The essays provide a witty critique of society's follies and offer an entertaining exploration of human nature.

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John Kendrick Bangs

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John Kendrick Bangs was an American author, humorist, editor and satirist.    He was born in Yonkers, New York. His father Francis N. Bangs was a lawyer in New York...

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