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portada The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County: A Humorous Tall Tale of Trickery, Gambling & the Wild Charm of the American West
Type
Physical Book
Publisher
Author
Language
English
Pages
24
Format
Paperback
Dimensions
20.3x12.7x0.2 cm
ISBN13
9781806299430

The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County: A Humorous Tall Tale of Trickery, Gambling & the Wild Charm of the American West

Zengerink, Tim (Author) · Library of Alexandria · Paperback

The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County: A Humorous Tall Tale of Trickery, Gambling & the Wild Charm of the American West - Zengerink, Tim

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Synopsis "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County: A Humorous Tall Tale of Trickery, Gambling & the Wild Charm of the American West"

What if the biggest laughs came from the simplest lies?Set in the rustic saloons and dusty streets of frontier America, The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County captures Mark Twain at his earliest-and wittiest. When a refined Easterner is sent to inquire about a man named Smiley, he encounters a local who regales him with an absurd tale of gambling, deception, and one very peculiar frog named Dan'l Webster.Told with Twain's signature voice-dry, sly, and endlessly sharp-this humorous short story pits innocence against guile, showcasing the everyday con artistry of 19th-century American life. The tall tale unfolds in layers of storytelling, where the trickster might be tricked, and nobody is quite as clever (or as foolish) as they seem.This modern edition makes Twain's humor crystal clear for new generations, preserving the charm of his dialect while enhancing readability. A foundational piece of American humor, this story still leaps off the page with energy, irony, and timeless fun.What You'll Discover in This Modern Edition: A Classic Tale of the American West - Experience life in a Gold Rush town where storytelling is currency and exaggeration is sport.Mark Twain's Breakout Story - See how this brief, brilliant sketch launched one of America's greatest literary careers.The Art of the Tall Tale - Enjoy Twain's mastery of comedic timing, dialect, and deadpan delivery.A Modern, Reader-Friendly Translation - Designed for clarity without losing the regional flavor and character of the original.Enduring Relevance - Whether it's a bet on a frog or a boast in a bar, Twain shows that human nature hasn't changed much.Short, sharp, and endlessly funny, The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County is essential reading for fans of humor, Americana, and great storytelling.

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