The Illiterate Digest (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169772182)

The Illiterate Digest is a collection of humorous essays and satirical pieces written by the American humorist, Will Rogers. Originally published in 1924, the book features a wide range of topics, including politics, current events, sports, and popular culture, all approached with Rogers' trademark wit and folksy charm.Throughout the book, Rogers pokes fun at politicians, celebrities, and other public figures, often using his own experiences and observations to highlight the absurdities of modern life. He also offers commentary on the social and economic issues of his time, including the rise of consumer culture and the growing divide between rich and poor.Despite its title, The Illiterate Digest is not a book for the illiterate. Rogers' writing is clever and insightful, and his humor is often subtle and nuanced. However, the book's accessibility and humor make it a popular read for people of all ages and backgrounds.Overall, The Illiterate Digest is a classic work of American humor that continues to entertain and enlighten readers today.1924. A hilarious collection of lectures, speeches and thoughts by the venerable Will Rogers. This work will keep you laughing from beginning to end with the down to earth, honest and laughable style Rogers is known for. After reading the �������Two Letters and a Dedication������� portion of this work, you will be hooked. It is illustrated with 29 cartoons.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Will Rogers
ISBN-10: 1169772188
ISBN-13: 9781169772182
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 354
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.44lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.81d