The Lighter Side of English Life by Frank Frankfort Moore
"The Lighter Side of English Life" by Frank Frankfort Moore is a satirical humorous account written in the early 20th century. The book offers readers a glimpse into the quirks and idiosyncrasies of village life in a fictional English village called Thurswell, where the comical interactions between residents and the absurdities of social norms are explored. The opening of the narrative introduces a foreign aviator who, after a hasty landing, encounters a
local agricultural laborer, and there begins a humorous exploration of the local culture, highlighting the villagers' proud, if misguided, belief that their little village is the center of the universe. This light-hearted tone sets the scene for further explorations of village life, including the eccentricities of its inhabitants, like their claimed lineage of longevity and recent controversies over their long-held traditions. The writer paints a vivid picture of the interactions among villagers, showcasing their charm, ignorance, and deep-rooted sense of community, making it clear that the book will deliver a blend of humor and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Moore, Frank Frankfort, 1855-1931 |
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| Illustrator | Belcher, George Frederick Arthur, 1875-1947 |
| Title | The Lighter Side of English Life |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- Humor |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51927 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2016 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 158 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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