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Hardcover. Condizione: Used: Acceptable. A standard copy with a tight and square binding. Text is clean but has yellowed. Dark blue cloth boards are good but front cover is lightly faded near top edge. Spine has faded. Pages 211 and 212 have a tear and are damaged. No dust jacket. Careful packaging and fast shipping. We recommend EXPEDITED MAIL for even faster delivery.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. "Irvin Cobb at His Best" is a masterful collection showcasing the wit, storytelling prowess, and sharp observations of one of America's most beloved humorists and journalists. This volume brings together a selection of Irvin S. Cobb's most celebrated works, highlighting his unique ability to blend regional charm with universal human experience. Known for his keen ear for dialogue and his deep understanding of Southern life, Cobb's writing oscillates between poignant drama and laugh-out-loud comedy.The stories and essays within this collection demonstrate why Cobb was a staple of early 20th-century literature. From his evocative depictions of the American South to his satirical takes on contemporary society, each piece reflects the author's mastery of the short form. Readers will encounter a diverse array of characters and settings, all rendered with the warmth and intelligence that defined Cobb's career. "Irvin Cobb at His Best" serves as both an excellent introduction for new readers and a definitive retrospective for longtime fans. This work remains a vital testament to the enduring power of American humor and the art of the short story, offering a vivid window into a classic era of literary excellence.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. "Irvin Cobb at His Best" is a masterful collection showcasing the wit, storytelling prowess, and sharp observations of one of America's most beloved humorists and journalists. This volume brings together a selection of Irvin S. Cobb's most celebrated works, highlighting his unique ability to blend regional charm with universal human experience. Known for his keen ear for dialogue and his deep understanding of Southern life, Cobb's writing oscillates between poignant drama and laugh-out-loud comedy.The stories and essays within this collection demonstrate why Cobb was a staple of early 20th-century literature. From his evocative depictions of the American South to his satirical takes on contemporary society, each piece reflects the author's mastery of the short form. Readers will encounter a diverse array of characters and settings, all rendered with the warmth and intelligence that defined Cobb's career. "Irvin Cobb at His Best" serves as both an excellent introduction for new readers and a definitive retrospective for longtime fans. This work remains a vital testament to the enduring power of American humor and the art of the short story, offering a vivid window into a classic era of literary excellence.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.