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  • Hypocritical Romance, and Other Stories-Caroline Ticknor

    Hypocritical Romance, and Other Stories-Caroline Ticknor
    2026/08/16
    F. Anstey was the nom de plume of Thomas Anstey Guthrie, a Londoner who was trained for the bar but found success as a writer of humorous pieces for Punch and humorous novels. Mr. Punch's Model Music Hall is a collection of humorous pieces written for Punch, divided into songs and dramas. In his usual fashion, Mr. Anstey captured the tone of his times and then exaggerated whatever was already absurd to entertain and give pointed commentary at the same time. - Summary by Don W. Jenkins
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    5 時間 11 分
  • 1912 Short Works Collection-Various

    1912 Short Works Collection-Various
    2026/08/15
    F. Anstey was the nom de plume of Thomas Anstey Guthrie, a Londoner who was trained for the bar but found success as a writer of humorous pieces for Punch and humorous novels. Mr. Punch's Model Music Hall is a collection of humorous pieces written for Punch, divided into songs and dramas. In his usual fashion, Mr. Anstey captured the tone of his times and then exaggerated whatever was already absurd to entertain and give pointed commentary at the same time. - Summary by Don W. Jenkins
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    5 時間 43 分
  • Reginald-Saki

    Reginald-Saki
    2026/08/11
    F. Anstey was the nom de plume of Thomas Anstey Guthrie, a Londoner who was trained for the bar but found success as a writer of humorous pieces for Punch and humorous novels. Mr. Punch's Model Music Hall is a collection of humorous pieces written for Punch, divided into songs and dramas. In his usual fashion, Mr. Anstey captured the tone of his times and then exaggerated whatever was already absurd to entertain and give pointed commentary at the same time. - Summary by Don W. Jenkins
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    1 時間 38 分
  • Gentle Grafter-O. Henry

    Gentle Grafter-O. Henry
    2026/08/10
    F. Anstey was the nom de plume of Thomas Anstey Guthrie, a Londoner who was trained for the bar but found success as a writer of humorous pieces for Punch and humorous novels. Mr. Punch's Model Music Hall is a collection of humorous pieces written for Punch, divided into songs and dramas. In his usual fashion, Mr. Anstey captured the tone of his times and then exaggerated whatever was already absurd to entertain and give pointed commentary at the same time. - Summary by Don W. Jenkins
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    43 分
  • Guest at the Ludlow and Other Stories - Bill Nye

    Guest at the Ludlow and Other Stories - Bill Nye
    2026/08/01
    "Guest at the Ludlow and Other Stories" by Bill Nye invites listeners into a world of whimsical narratives that capture the essence of human experience through humor and observation. This collection showcases Nye's talent for storytelling, reflecting on the intricacies of life with a light-hearted touch that remains relevant today. The themes of camaraderie, the absurdity of daily life, and the search for connection resonate with contemporary audiences, reminding us of the timeless nature of laughter and shared experiences. Engaging and entertaining, this audiobook serves as a delightful escape, offering insights that continue to echo in our modern lives.
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    4 時間 39 分
  • Mr Punch's Model Music-hall Songs Dramas - F Anstey

    Mr Punch's Model Music-hall Songs Dramas - F Anstey
    2026/06/02
    F. Anstey was the nom de plume of Thomas Anstey Guthrie, a Londoner who was trained for the bar but found success as a writer of humorous pieces for Punch and humorous novels. Mr. Punch's Model Music Hall is a collection of humorous pieces written for Punch, divided into songs and dramas. In his usual fashion, Mr. Anstey captured the tone of his times and then exaggerated whatever was already absurd to entertain and give pointed commentary at the same time. - Summary by Don W. Jenkins
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    4 時間 21 分