Yes, he is grumpy, yes, these were written in quite a different time, but most of what he has to say is timeless and I also appreciate the glimpse into a time now past. Both of his parents greatly influenced his work. The railings of an old man - ANY old man - on his last legs, and nothing more. Lanterns and Lances. Fast and free shipping free returns cash on delivery available on eligible purchase. From inside the book . Both of his parents greatly influenced his work. Yan Tregger - Lanterns and lances About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features © 2021 Google LLC Leider ist ein Problem beim Speichern Ihrer Cookie-Einstellungen aufgetreten. This is a collection of twenty-four essays was originally published in 1950s. We’d love your help. Parts intellectually mind boggling and parts very dense. I have been reading Thurber ever since and this book didn't disappoint in any way. Most humor has a shelf life. Lanterns and Lances [THURBER, James] on Amazon.com. If your idea of wit is roster lists of alliteration, you may enjoy this. I particularly appreciated the 'Porcupines' essay (about writers' arguments), which included various possible combinations and justifications for meeting an animal listing criteria. 8 Reviews. I think I am living in the wrong decade to enjoy this. I was in the hospital at the time and to help pass the time he left me with a copy of "My Lie and Hard Times". September 30th 1992 8vo. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. by James Thurber. Thurber spends far too much of this book (about half) as a reactionary literary hack, lamenting the decline of contemporary vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation, denouncing Modern Humour as Not Funny, and saying that the Legitimate Theatre as Gone to the Dogs. His stories make wonderful, casual reading. But I also cast a few lances at the people and the ideas that have disturbed me, and I make no apology for their seriousness. Lanterns and Lances by James Thurber Time-Life Reading Program Special Edition Copyright 1980 THIS HARDCOVER BOOK IS IN GOOD CONDITION WITH MODERATE WEAR. Lanterns and Lances | James Thurber | ISBN: | Kostenloser Versand für alle Bücher mit Versand und Verkauf duch Amazon. Lots of people probably don't have a lot of patience a half century after they were written to untangle his syntax. I was given this gift from a special soul, someone I consider my big brother because he knows that I am a Thurber junkie and have been since I first discovered A Thurber Carnival while in high school and I love the essays in this book. Wählen Sie ein Land/eine Region für Ihren Einkauf. This collection of late-period Thurber pieces unfortunately contains little real humor and much more grumpy old man get-off-my-lawn musings and tedious wordplay. These short essays by Thurber are mildly amusing, but never elicited a full chortle. Watch the video for Lanterns and lances from Yan Tregger's Ducks & Drakes for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. I have been reading Thurber ever since and this book didn't disappoint in any way. Wir verwenden Cookies und ähnliche Tools, um Ihr Einkaufserlebnis zu verbessern, um unsere Dienste anzubieten, um zu verstehen, wie die Kunden unsere Dienste nutzen, damit wir Verbesserungen vornehmen können, und um Werbung anzuzeigen, einschließlich interessenbezogener Werbung. Buried in these enjoyable yet slightly bitter essays is a timely fable called “The Last Clock” about an ogre that eats clocks. As I read it I was laughing so hard two women passing by in the hall stopped to ask me what was so funny, I read them the passage I was on and they didn't get it. Verkauf durch Amazon Digital Germany GmbH. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. He humorously commented on the frustrations and eccentricities of ordinary people. Cart All. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Um Prime Music zu nutzen, gehen Sie bitte in Ihre Musikbibliothek und übertragen Sie Ihr Konto auf Amazon.de (DE). James Thurber. Bitte versuchen Sie es erneut. This is odd because Thurber is the least Jamesean writer one can imagine; and James the least Thurberesque. I was in the hospital at the time and to help pass the time he left me with a copy of "My Lie and Hard Times". Bummer. Ihre zuletzt angesehenen Artikel und besonderen Empfehlungen. Geben Sie es weiter, tauschen Sie es ein, © 1998-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. oder Tochtergesellschaften, Ist der Verkauf dieses Produkts für Sie nicht akzeptabel, Lieferung verfolgen oder Bestellung anzeigen, Recycling (einschließlich Entsorgung von Elektro- & Elektronikaltgeräten). What people are saying - Write a review. You've discovered a title that's missing from our library.Can you help donate a copy? Maybe that means I am not trying hard enough, but whatever. For context, Thurber says in his foreword (more like forewarned): “Much of what follows, therefore, is my own attempt, in my little corner of the struggle, to throw a few lantern beams here and there. But I also cast a few lances at the people and the ideas that have disturbed me, and I make no apology for their seriousness. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Thurber described his mother as a "born comedienne" and "one of the finest comic talents I think I have ever known." This is strictly a luxury item for eager lex'lconeers in language whether they are curious about the author's "alphabetical sedation" … Lanterns and Lances: Yan Tregger: Amazon.de: MP3-Downloads Select Your Cookie Preferences We use cookies and similar tools to enhance your shopping experience, to provide our services, understand how customers use our services so we can make improvements, and display ads. Lanterns & Lances: James Thurber: Amazon.sg: Books. I only wish someone had encouraged, coerced or forced me to read Thurber sooner. Hours & … Thurber was born in Columbus, Ohio to Charles L. Thurber and Mary Agnes (Mame) Fisher Thurber. Funny stuff a little dated but still lots of fun word play. Lanterns and Lances by James Thurber was published in 1961, and is a collection of twenty-four essays published in the literary magazines of the day--The New Yorker, Atlantic Monthly, New York Times, Harper's, Saturday Review, Punch and others. Außerdem analysiert es Rezensionen, um die Vertrauenswürdigkeit zu überprüfen. AMAZON BARNES & NOBLE GET WEEKLY BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS: Email Address Subscribe Tweet. We've got you covered with the buzziest new releases of the day. Lanterns & Lances by James Thurber. Lanterns and Lances and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at AbeBooks.com. Tough, it was hilarious and it still is. Thurber - what else can I say - I love all of his work!!! I am stunned to see that I have not yet reviewed this book but since I just finished another reading, I will go ahead and offer up my review. Um die Gesamtbewertung der Sterne und die prozentuale Aufschlüsselung nach Sternen zu berechnen, verwenden wir keinen einfachen Durchschnitt. I was given this gift from a special soul, someone I consider my big brother because he knows that I am a Thurber junkie and have been since I first discovered A Thurber Carnival while in high school and I love the essays in this book. 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