John Kendrick Bangs
John Kendrick Bangs was an American writer, humorist, editor and satirist.
Andiron Tales
When fireplace fixtures come alive, a young boy is whisked away on a journey through a universe only his imagination could conjure.
By John Kendrick Bangs
Toppleton's Client; Or, A Spirit in Exile
A clueless lawyer finds himself entangled in a bizarre case when a disembodied spirit asks for his help to reclaim his stolen body.
By John Kendrick Bangs
Cobwebs from a Library Corner
Get ready for a lighthearted journey into the literary world, where authors, readers, and their comical obsessions come to life in clever rhymes and witty observations.
By John Kendrick Bangs
The Inventions of the Idiot
In a world turned upside down by wit and whimsy, a boarding house resident shares his nonsensical inventions and unique view of society.
By John Kendrick Bangs
From Pillar to Post: Leaves from a Lecturer's Note-Book
Step into the shoes of an early 20th-century lecturer as he navigates the ups and downs of the speaking circuit, armed with wit and a keen eye for the absurdities of life on the road.
By John Kendrick Bangs
Half-Hours with Jimmieboy
When a young boy's Christmas wish can't come true, he joins Santa on a magical adventure, learning the true meaning of giving.
By John Kendrick Bangs
Coffee and Repartee
In a boarding house filled with eccentric men, a supposed fool unleashes a surprising fountain of wisdom through hilarious breakfast table exchanges.
By John Kendrick Bangs
The Water Ghost and Others
A water-logged spirit returns each year to wreak havoc, leading a homeowner on a quest filled with comical disasters and spectral revelations.
By John Kendrick Bangs
Peeps at People Being Certain Papers from the Writings of Anne Warrington Witherup
Embark on a side-splitting journey with a determined interviewer as she awkwardly pokes fun at the quirks and oddities of prominent figures.
By John Kendrick Bangs
Mollie and the Unwiseman
A little girl and her dolls set out on a quest to help a shepherdess find her lost sheep, guided by a whimsical character whose nonsensical advice leads to hilarious adventures.
By John Kendrick Bangs
The Idiot at Home
A well-intentioned but hilariously inept husband creates chaotic family moments as he tries to manage his home life.
By John Kendrick Bangs
Mrs. Raffles: Being the Adventures of an Amateur Crackswoman
A down-on-his-luck crook finds a surprising new partner in the widow of an old friend, diving headfirst into a world of crime with a smile and a plan.
By John Kendrick Bangs
The Booming of Acre Hill, and Other Reminiscences of Urban and Suburban Life
In a world where quiet landscapes meet ambitious dreams, a community grapples with social climbers, land developers, and the hilarious realities of suburban life.
By John Kendrick Bangs
A Proposal Under Difficulties: A Farce
In a drawing-room comedy of errors, a series of mistaken proposals and romantic rivalries lead to an unexpected and hilarious engagement.
By John Kendrick Bangs
A Rebellious Heroine
When an author tries to write a love story, his main character refuses to follow the script, leading to hilarious chaos and a battle of wills.
By John Kendrick Bangs
The Pursuit of the House-Boat
After a notorious pirate steals their beloved house-boat and its female inhabitants, a club of deceased literary figures embarks on a wild goose chase to reclaim what was lost with the help of an unlikely detective.
By John Kendrick Bangs
A Little Book of Christmas
Amidst charming holiday stories, a disillusioned man's encounter with Santa's values transforms him into a believer, embracing generosity and cheer.
By John Kendrick Bangs
Alice in Blunderland: An Iridescent Dream
A young girl tumbles into a city where the government controls everything, making everyday life a bizarre and amusing experience.
By John Kendrick Bangs
The Bicyclers and Three Other Farces
In this collection of plays, follow a hesitant man whose attempt to embrace the latest craze leads to hilarious chaos involving friends, family, and an unexpected arrest.
By John Kendrick Bangs
Ghosts I Have Met and Some Others
Prepare for strange and light-hearted encounters with unusual guests from beyond the grave when a skeptical author starts casually offering cigars to the spectres haunting his home.
By John Kendrick Bangs