
A Parody Outline of History Wherein May Be Found a Curiously Irreverent Treatment of American Historical Events, Imagining Them as They Would Be Narrated by America's Most Characteristic Contemporary Authors
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Authors:
- Roth, Herb
1887 - 1953
- Stewart, Donald Ogden
1894 - 1980
About this book
In "A Parody Outline of History," Donald Ogden Stewart takes readers on a satirical journey through American historical events, reimagined through the unique perspectives of renowned contemporary authors. This early 20th-century collection offers a witty and irreverent look at key moments in American history, blending humor with insightful commentary. From the unalienable rights of the Founding Fathers to the Second Amendment debates, Stewart's work cleverly weaves together literary parody and historical insight. Ideal for students of literature and history, as well as those with a penchant for satire, this book provides a fresh and entertaining approach to understanding America's past through the eyes of its most characteristic writers.