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Step into a gallery of twentieth‑century humor, where Gibson’s crisp lines bring everyday moments to life. Each cartoon captures a slice of American culture—courtship, work, city streets—rendered with the elegance that made his iconic “Gibson Girl” famous. The collection offers a witty window onto the fashions, slang, and attitudes of the 1910s.
From a wistful Irish maiden dreaming of home to a husband scrolling through bedroom banter, the panels pulse with dialogue that feels both fresh and period‑specific. You’ll meet bewildered suitors, expensive gowns, soldiers sharing front‑line stories, and an advice column that pokes fun at politics, marriage, and propriety. The humor often springs from simple misunderstandings—a dog mistaken for a bulldog, a flower “plucked from a lady,” or a nephew’s cheeky retort—making each scene instantly relatable.
Listening to these illustrations narrated brings the ink to sound, letting you picture expressive faces and crisp captions as if flipping through a vintage newspaper. Whether you’re after a quick chuckle or a nostalgic peek into a bygone era, the witty sketches promise a cheerful stroll through the social tapestry of 1916 America.
Language
en
Duration
~11 minutes (11K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Chuck Greif (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
Release date
2020-08-07
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1867–1944
Best known for creating the "Gibson Girl," he shaped one of the most recognizable images of American style at the turn of the 20th century. His witty, elegant illustrations captured both the glamour and the social habits of his era.
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