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Topper Takes a Trip
Thorne Smith
出版DigiCat, 2022-08-16
主題Fiction / General
ISBNEAN:8596547187936
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=KpSCEAAAQBAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋Thorne Smith's 'Topper Takes a Trip' is a testament to the author's continued exploration of the cosmo-comical genre, a seamless blend of humor and the supernatural that became his signature style. Smith's narrative effervesces with wit as it follows the rollicking adventures of the protagonist, Cosmo Topper, entwined once more with ghostly high-jinks. Fueled by a mix of farcical situations and sharp, spirited dialogues, this sequel to 'Topper' strikes a chord in the literary context of the Prohibition era, where escapism and the pursuit of merriment in literature were particularly cherished by a society seeking relief from the stern realities of the day. DigiCat Publishing's careful reproduction propels this classic into the modern literary landscape, allowing Smith's vintage repartee to resonate with contemporary readerships. Thorne Smith, a master of comic fantasy, possessed a peculiar ability to juxtapose the ordinary with the extraordinary, offering a satirical commentary on the American Roaring Twenties. Smith's personal proclivity for dry wit and his fascination with the whimsical are deeply entrenched in the composition of 'Topper Takes a Trip.' Smith's own life experiences — a touch of rebellion against the conventional, a critique of the bourgeoisie, and an enduring affection for the quixotic — lend a palpable authenticity to the eccentricities that unfold within the pages of his creation. In recommending 'Topper Takes a Trip,' one extends an invitation to the reader to indulge in a work that masterfully contrives laughter and levity amid life's inevitable chaos. It is a book particularly appropriate for those enchanted by the mingling of the mundane with the magical, and for any reader who delights in skillfully penned prose that transcends eras. Smith's eloquence and timeless humor are sure to charm a new generation, as DigiCat Publishing brings this delightful novel back into circulation for both the literary aficionado and the casual reader alike.