| Author |
Hobart, George V. (George Vere), 1867-1926 |
| Illustrator |
Barclay, McKee, 1869-1947 |
| Title |
Down the line with John Henry
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| Original Publication |
United States: G. W. Dillingham Co.,1901.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 90.3 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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| Contents |
John Henry at the races -- John Henry and the drummers -- John Henry in Bohemia -- John Henry and the hotel clerk -- John Henry and the benzine buggy -- John Henry at the musicale -- John Henry plays golf.
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| Credits |
Al Haines
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| Summary |
"Down the line with John Henry" by Hugh McHugh is a humorous collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The book follows the antics of a character named John Henry, who often finds himself in absurd and comical situations as he navigates various aspects of life, from horse racing to social events. The tone is light-hearted and filled with wit, offering readers a glimpse into the humorous side of human experiences during this era. The narrative centers on John Henry and his interactions with a colorful cast of characters, including Clara Jane, whom he is romantically interested in, and his friends from diverse backgrounds who add to the comedic elements of the stories. Each chapter presents a different scenario, such as a disastrous trip to the races where John Henry’s betting escapades spiral out of control, or a misguided attempt to impress Clara Jane in a Bohemian restaurant setting. The humor is largely derived from John Henry's exaggerated personality and the humorous predicaments he encounters, making the collection an entertaining read that captures the whimsical charm of its time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Subject |
Humorous stories
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| Subject |
Young men -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Upper class -- United States -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Americanisms -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68504 |
| Release Date |
Jul 11, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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