James Thurber
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (Penguin Modern Classics)
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- ISBN 13:
- 9780241282618
- author:
- James Thurber
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 0.7 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Classics, , James Thurber,The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (Penguin Modern Classics),Penguin Classics,0241282616,General & Literary Fiction,Classic fiction,Classic fiction (pre c 1945),Fiction / Classics
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Walter Mitty is an ordinary man leading an ordinary life. However, his daydreams are unusual. In these vivid, extraordinary fantasies, he is the hero of his own story, leading a life of excitement and adventure. This collection of James Thurber's short tales, essays, and drawings showcases his unique take on the world, poking fun at his own weaknesses and those of others, including dogs.
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