Artemus Ward
Charles Farrar Browne was an American humor writer, better known under his nom de plume, Artemus Ward, which as a character, an illiterate rube with "Yankee common sense", Browne also played in public performances. He is considered to be America's first stand-up comedian. His birth name was Brown but he added the "e" after he became famous.
The Complete Works of Artemus Ward — Part 5: The London Punch Letters
Embark on a journey through Victorian London with a witty observer who skewers British society with a uniquely American brand of humor.
By Artemus Ward
The Complete Works of Artemus Ward (HTML edition)
Step right up to witness a hilarious spectacle of social commentary, where wit and absurdity collide in a sidesplitting exploration of 19th-century life.
By Artemus Ward
The Complete Works of Artemus Ward — Part 1: Essays, Sketches, and Letters
Get ready to laugh as a comical showman shares his wild views on everything from politics to performing animals in this collection of wit.
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The Complete Works of Artemus Ward — Part 6: Artemus Ward's Panorama
Get ready for a laugh-out-loud journey through the Wild West, where one man's witty observations turn a unique religious society into a comedic spectacle.
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The Complete Works of Artemus Ward — Part 4: To California and Return
Embarking on a chaotic journey by steamer, a quick-witted observer meets quirky characters and hilariously critiques travel's absurdities from coast to coast.
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The Complete Works of Artemus Ward — Part 2: War
During a divided nation, a traveling entertainer uses wit and absurdity to navigate the challenges of the Civil War, turning serious conflict into a source of laughter.
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The Complete Works of Artemus Ward — Part 3: Stories and Romances
Love, loss, and laughter collide in a series of witty tales, where everyday characters find themselves in extraordinary, and often ridiculous, situations.
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The Complete Works of Artemus Ward — Part 7: Miscellaneous
Get ready for a laugh as you journey with a witty traveler through quirky canal adventures, personal stories, and satirical observations on life's amusing absurdities.
By Artemus Ward