Don Marquis' 'The Cruise of the Jasper B' is a whimsical and humorous novel that follows the misadventures of Captain Bellamy and his motley crew aboard the Jasper B schooner. Written in a lively and engaging style, Marquis incorporates elements of satire and social commentary into the narrative, making it a captivating read for those interested in light-hearted fiction. Set against the backdrop of the roaring twenties, the book provides a glimpse into the playful and carefree spirit of the era, while also touching on themes of friendship and loyalty. Marquis' sharp wit and clever wordplay add charm to the story, making it a delightful literary escapade. Don Marquis, known for his witty and humorous writing, drew inspiration from his own experiences as a newspaper columnist and poet to craft 'The Cruise of the Jasper B.' His unique perspective and keen observations shine through in the novel, showcasing his talent for blending entertainment with thought-provoking commentary. Recommended for readers seeking an entertaining and witty novel that offers both laughter and insight.
Best Short Stories Omnibus - Volume 2
August Nemo, Mary Shelley, D. H. Lawrence, Ellis Parker Butler, Anthony Trollope, Zona Gale, Emma Orczy, Don Marquis, Charles W. Chesnutt, Kathleen Norris, Stanley G. Weinbaum, Honoré de Balzac, M. R. James, Banjo Paterson, Bret Harte, Henry Lawson, W. W. Jacobs, Charlotte M. Yonge, Mary E. Wilkins Freeman, L. Frank Baum, O. Henry, William Dean Howells, T. S. Arthur, Sherwood Anderson, Robert Barr, Lafcadio Hearn, Giovanni Verga, Hamlin Garland, Émile Zola, Stewart Edward White, Sarah Orne Jewett, Willa Cather, George Ade, Robert W. Chambers, Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson, Ruth McEnery Stuart, Lord Dunsany, George Gissing, Théophile Gautier, Paul Heyse, Selma Lagerlöf, Thomas Burke, Edith Nesbit, Arthur Morrison, Saki (H.H. Munro), Stacy Aumonier, John Galsworthy, Ernest Bramah
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A.A. Milne, Santa Claus, Golden Deer Classics, Adelaide Anne Procter, Algernon Blackwood, Alice Hale Burnett, Andy Adams, Arthur Conan Doyle, Cecil Frances Alexander, Charles Dickens, Charles Edward Carryl, Don Marquis, Dylan Thomas, Edward Payson Roe, Eleanor Hallowell Abbott, Elia W. Peattie, Elizabeth Anderson, Elizabeth Margaret Chandler, Ella Wheeler Wilcox, Ellis Parker Butler, Ernest Vincent Wright, Eugene Field, G.K. Chesterton, George A. Baker, George Augustus Sala, George Robert Sims, H.P. Lovecraft, Henry van Dyke, John Kendrick Bangs, Mark Twain
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