"The Inventions of the Idiot" by John Kendrick Bangs is a funny novel from the late 1800s that follows the adventures of the Idiot, who resides in a boarding house and loves to chat about society, people, and silly inventions. Each chapter looks at different ideas through the quirky views of the Idiot and his friends as chapters explore themes through satirical ideas. From complaining about his boarding house cook to making far-fetched points about society compared to uncivilized cultures, the main character uses humor to point out both the challenges faced by civilized society and the minor that can disagreements sometimes cause wider discord within it. Through conversations with fellow boarding house residents, the Idiot is someone who is both funny and offers insight on issues, who promises to take the reader on an entertaining and ridiculous journey.

The Inventions of the Idiot
By John Kendrick Bangs
In a world turned upside down by wit and whimsy, a boarding house resident shares his nonsensical inventions and unique view of society.
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About the AuthorJohn Kendrick Bangs was an American writer, humorist, editor and satirist.
John Kendrick Bangs was an American writer, humorist, editor and satirist.
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