Peeps at People

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Peeps at People

by Robert Cortes Holliday

EN·~1 hours·1 chapter

Chapters

1 total

1:32:39

Description

A lively assortment of brief sketches, this collection invites listeners into the bustling world of early‑20th‑century America, where a witty observer turns everyday moments into bright, relatable vignettes. From a forgetful tailor and a post‑office chat to the quirks of office boys and the oddities of a circus ring, each piece captures a slice of life with humor and a gentle touch of satire. The tone is conversational, as if the writer were sharing anecdotes over a club table, making the listener feel both amused and oddly familiar with the characters.

The stories drift from amusing workplace encounters to eccentric personal quirks, offering a playful commentary on human foibles without ever veering into heavy moralizing. The author’s eye for detail and brisk, witty prose keep the pacing brisk, perfect for short listening sessions. Whether you enjoy a quick laugh about a “nice man” or a sly observation on “a human cash register,” these sketches provide a charming window into the everyday dramas and delights of ordinary people.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (88K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2011-03-24

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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About the author

Robert Cortes Holliday

Robert Cortes Holliday

1880–1947

An American writer and literary editor with a sharp eye for books, city life, and the literary world, he moved easily between journalism, publishing, and essays. His career brought him into contact with many of the writers and publishing circles that shaped early 20th-century American letters.

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