"Get Next!" by George V. (George Vere) Hobart is a funny series of stories that offer a lighthearted look at life in the early 1900s. The main character, John Henry, tells amusing stories, including race tipsters with ridiculous claims, the difficulties of learning bridge whist, and problems taking photographs. The stories make fun of people's silly habits and modern life's strangeness, showing social interactions, gambling, and relationships. Each chapter shares a new, funny view of different cultural habits of the time, making it fun to read for people who like lighthearted humor and jokes.
Get Next!
By George V. (George Vere) Hobart
In a world of outrageous characters, get ready to laugh as a witty storyteller navigates the mishaps and absurdities of everyday life.
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About the AuthorGeorge Vere Hobart (1867–1926) was a Canadian-American humorist who authored more than 50 musical comedy librettos and plays as well as novels and songs. At the time of his death, Hobart was "one of America's most popular humorists and playwrights". Hobart gained initial national fame for the "Dinkelspiel" letters, a weekly satirical column written in a German-American dialect. The Library of Congress includes several of his songs in the National Jukebox.
George Vere Hobart (1867–1926) was a Canadian-American humorist who authored more than 50 musical comedy librettos and plays as well as novels and songs. At the time of his death, Hobart was "one of America's most popular humorists and playwrights". Hobart gained initial national fame for the "Dinkelspiel" letters, a weekly satirical column written in a German-American dialect. The Library of Congress includes several of his songs in the National Jukebox.
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