Collecting Himself: On Writing And Writers, Humor And Himself

Collecting Himself: On Writing And Writers, Humor And Himself

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Author: James Thurber
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Hamish Hamilton London, 1989

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings

This collection presents a witty and insightful look into the mind of one of America's most beloved humorists, James Thurber. Through a series of essays and observations, Thurber chronicles his experiences with writing, his perspectives on other literary figures, and his unique brand of comedic self-reflection. The book illustrates the evolution of his distinctive style, characterized by its sharp wit and keen observations of human nature. It argues for the enduring power of humor as a lens through which to understand the complexities of life and art. Readers will find themselves immersed in Thurber's world, a place where the absurd and the profound often intertwine.

Author: James Thurber

Published: 1989, Hamish Hamilton London

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Description

Author: James Thurber
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Hamish Hamilton London, 1989

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings

This collection presents a witty and insightful look into the mind of one of America's most beloved humorists, James Thurber. Through a series of essays and observations, Thurber chronicles his experiences with writing, his perspectives on other literary figures, and his unique brand of comedic self-reflection. The book illustrates the evolution of his distinctive style, characterized by its sharp wit and keen observations of human nature. It argues for the enduring power of humor as a lens through which to understand the complexities of life and art. Readers will find themselves immersed in Thurber's world, a place where the absurd and the profound often intertwine.