James Thurber

The Thurber Carnival (Penguin Modern Classics)

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ISBN 13:: 9780141395975
author:: James Thurber
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Penguin Classics
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2014
Pages:: 416
Dimensions:: 12.9 x 2.3 x 19.8 cm
Genre:: Fiction, Humour,
Condition:: New
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James Thurber's brilliant and eccentric writings are collected in this hilarious anthology. The collection features his most famous work, "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty", as well as essays, poetry, and cartoons gathered from all of Thurber's collections.

Thurber's unique brand of humour is on full display here, as he lovingly mocks his own weaknesses and those of the people around him. From an English teacher who only sees figures of speech to a botany lecturer who can't stand him, Thurber's offbeat imagination brings everyday life into sharp relief.

This collection showcases Thurber's remarkable talent for observing the world with fresh eyes and finding humour in even the most mundane situations.

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