
audiobook
by Dorothy Parker, Franklin P. (Franklin Pierce) Adams
A witty, lightly satirical voice opens the collection, turning everyday encounters with the men and women we never quite claim as partners into clever verse. The poems play with rhyme and rhythm while gently poking fun at the endless parade of strangers who drift through city streets, cafés, and social gatherings. Their tone is both affectionate and teasing, offering a snapshot of early‑twentieth‑century courtship with a sparkle of irony.
The prose shifts to a lively portrait of Freddie, a quick‑silver humorist who turns any party into a whirlwind of laughs. His razor‑sharp one‑liners, playful misunderstandings, and endless stream of anecdotes capture the spirit of vaudeville and the art of improvisational wit. Listeners will feel the buzz of a bustling social scene, where clever repartee and bright observations make ordinary moments feel delightfully extraordinary.
Language
en
Duration
~34 minutes (33K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Chuck Greif, ellinora and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Release date
2017-10-02
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1893–1967
Best known for razor-sharp wit and emotionally precise writing, this American poet, critic, and short-story writer turned heartbreak, humor, and city life into unforgettable lines. She was also part of New York's legendary Algonquin Round Table and later worked in screenwriting as well as poetry and fiction.
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1881–1960
Best known for his long-running newspaper column "The Conning Tower," this witty American columnist helped shape the tone of early 20th-century humor writing. He was also a familiar voice on radio and a memorable member of the Algonquin Round Table.
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