Forty-Five Selections: From the Original Descriptive, Dramatic, Patriotic, Pathetic, Humorous and Dialect (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Charles Mac Guinness

9780365585589: Forty-Five Selections: From the Original Descriptive, Dramatic, Patriotic, Pathetic, Humorous and Dialect (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0365585580 ISBN 13: 9780365585589

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Forty-Five Selections collects descriptive, dramatic, patriotic, humorous, and dialect pieces in one vivid volume.

This anthology presents a wide range of verse and brief notices, showing lively storytelling, comic humor, and scenes from history and daily life through distinctive voices and regional speech. Readers will encounter a mix of atmosphere, entertainment, and straightforward reminiscence that reflects a historic era in American performance writing.

From bold patriotic moments to playful dialect sketches and lighthearted entertainment, the book offers compact pieces that convey mood and character without lengthy narrative. It balances appreciation for stagecraft with personal reminiscence, making it accessible to readers who enjoy short, self-contained selections.

Brief, engaging poems and sketches with varied tones—patriotic, humorous, dramatic, or dialect-based
Vignettes that capture personal and public life in quick, readable bursts
A glimpse into the stage world and performance culture of the period

Ideal for readers who enjoy historical verse, period humor, and compact dramatic sketches.

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