Finley Peter Dunne

Mr. Dooley: In the Hearts of His Countrymen

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 160
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. Oktober 2022
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 231g
• ISBN-13: 9781017505597
• ISBN-10: 1017505594
• Artikelnr.: 67011866

Autorenporträt

Finley Peter Dunne (1867-1936), an American humorist and writer, left an indelible mark on journalism and literature with his creation of the fictional character Mr. Dooley, an Irish immigrant and tavern keeper in Chicago who dispensed wit and wisdom on the issues of the day. Dunne's work, especially in 'Mr. Dooley: In the Hearts of His Countrymen' (1899), showcased his unique blend of satire and sociopolitical commentary, delivering it in a rich brogue that resonated with both the working class and the intellectuals of his era. A pioneer in situational irony and the use of the fictional first-person narrator, Dunne's Mr. Dooley became a conduit for the criticism and exploration of contemporary politics and social issues, with observations that remain remarkably pertinent today. Dunne's writing transcended mere comedic sketches; it was a pioneering force in the fusion of journalistic reporting with literary fiction-a precursor to the 'New Journalism' movement. His sharp and insightful musings capture the paradoxes of American life at the turn of the 20th century, predating and influencing other literary realists and satirists. Through his Mr. Dooley essays, Dunne achieved both popularity and acclaim, contributing regular columns to publications like the Chicago Evening Post and Harper's Weekly, and thus securing his place as a noteworthy figure in American letters.