John Kendrick Bangs

Jack and the Check Book (eBook, ePUB)

A Whimsical Tale of Magic and Mischief

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'Jack and the Check Book' by John Kendrick Bangs, readers are invited into a whimsical and satirical world where a young man named Jack discovers a magical checkbook that grants his every wish. The book is written in a light-hearted and humorous tone, reminiscent of Bangs' unique blend of fantasy and social commentary. Set in the late 19th century, the story explores themes of ambition, greed, and the consequences of unchecked power, making it a delightful read for both adults and children alike. With its clever wordplay and clever twists, 'Jack and the Check Book' showcases Bangs' talent for blending fantasy with societal critique. Known for his wit and imagination, Bangs' work continues to delight readers with its timeless charm and humor. Fans of fairy tales, satire, and light-hearted humor will thoroughly enjoy this charming tale of Jack and his magical checkbook.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 1579
• Erscheinungstermin: 3. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664580016
• Artikelnr.: 58562157

Autorenporträt

John Kendrick Bangs (1862 - 1922) was an American author, humorist, editor and satirist. He was born in Yonkers, New York. His father Francis Nehemiah Bangs was a lawyer in New York City, as was his brother, Francis S. Bangs. He went to Columbia College from 1880 to 1883 where he became editor of Columbia's literary magazine, Acta Columbia and contributed short anonymous pieces to humor magazines. After graduation in 1883 with a Bachelor of Philosophy degree in Political Science, Bangs entered Columbia Law School but left in 1884 to become Associate Editor of Life under Edward S. Martin. Bangs contributed many articles and poems to the magazine between 1884 and 1888. During this period, Bangs published his first books.