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Jerome K. Jerome's "Idle Ideas in 1905" is a collection of humorous essays that provide social commentary on the state of England in the early 20th century. Through his witty and satirical writing style, Jerome explores various facets of everyday life, from relationships to technology, with a keen eye and sharp wit. Published in 1905, the book reflects the literary trends of the time, blending humor with astute observations on societal norms. Jerome's clever wordplay and unconventional viewpoints make this book a refreshing and entertaining read for those interested in comedic literature of…mehr

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Jerome K. Jerome's "Idle Ideas in 1905" is a collection of humorous essays that provide social commentary on the state of England in the early 20th century. Through his witty and satirical writing style, Jerome explores various facets of everyday life, from relationships to technology, with a keen eye and sharp wit. Published in 1905, the book reflects the literary trends of the time, blending humor with astute observations on societal norms. Jerome's clever wordplay and unconventional viewpoints make this book a refreshing and entertaining read for those interested in comedic literature of the period. Jerome K. Jerome, known for his iconic work "Three Men in a Boat," brings his signature humor and wit to "Idle Ideas in 1905." His background as a journalist and playwright surely influenced his keen sense of observation and ability to capture the nuances of English society. Through this collection of essays, Jerome showcases his talent for blending humor with incisive social commentary, offering readers a unique perspective on the world around them. I highly recommend "Idle Ideas in 1905" to readers who appreciate witty and insightful commentary on society, delivered in a humorous and entertaining manner. Jerome K. Jerome's witty observations and clever writing style make this book a delightful read that is sure to leave you both chuckling and reflecting on the idiosyncrasies of human nature.
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Jerome Klapka Jerome (1859 - 1927) was an English writer and humourist, best known for the comic travelogue Three Men in a Boat (1889). Other works include the essay collections Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow (1886) and Second Thoughts of an Idle Fellow; Three Men on the Bummel, a sequel to Three Men in a Boat and several other novels. Jerome was inspired by his older sister Blandina's love for the theatre and he decided to try his hand at acting in 1877, under the stage name Harold Crichton. He joined a repertory troupe that produced plays on a shoestring budget, often drawing on the actors' own meager resources - Jerome was penniless at the time - to purchase costumes and props. After three years on the road with no evident success, the 21-year-old Jerome decided that he had enough of stage life and sought other occupations. He tried to become a journalist, writing essays, satires and short stories, but most of these were rejected. Over the next few years, he was a school teacher, a packer and a solicitor's clerk. Finally, in 1885, he had some success with On the Stage - and Off (1885), a comic memoir of his experiences with the acting troupe, followed by Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow (1886), a collection of humorous essays which had previously appeared in the newly founded magazine, Home Chimes, the same magazine that would later serialize Three Men in a Boat.