Topper (eBook, ePUB) - Smith, Thorne
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Thorne Smith's 'Topper' is a classic comedic novel that follows the misadventures of a respectable banker and his wife who become entangled with a mischievous pair of ghosts. Written in a lighthearted and witty style, the book blends elements of the supernatural with everyday scenarios, creating a humorous and entertaining read. Set in the early 20th century, 'Topper' offers a satirical commentary on societal norms and expectations of the time. Smith's playful narrative and clever dialogue keep readers engaged from start to finish. His unique storytelling technique sets 'Topper' apart as a…mehr

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Thorne Smith's 'Topper' is a classic comedic novel that follows the misadventures of a respectable banker and his wife who become entangled with a mischievous pair of ghosts. Written in a lighthearted and witty style, the book blends elements of the supernatural with everyday scenarios, creating a humorous and entertaining read. Set in the early 20th century, 'Topper' offers a satirical commentary on societal norms and expectations of the time. Smith's playful narrative and clever dialogue keep readers engaged from start to finish. His unique storytelling technique sets 'Topper' apart as a timeless piece of humorous literature. Thorne Smith's own experiences in the advertising industry likely influenced his ability to craft memorable characters and captivating plot twists. His background in marketing and writing for popular magazines shines through in the novel's sharp wit and engaging storyline. Fans of comedic fiction and supernatural themes will thoroughly enjoy 'Topper' for its delightful humor and imaginative storytelling.

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James Thorne Smith, Jr. (March 27, 1892 – June 20, 1934) was an American writer of humorous supernatural fantasy fiction under the byline Thorne Smith. He is best known today for the two Topper novels, comic fantasy fiction involving sex, much drinking and ghosts. With racy illustrations, these sold millions of copies in the 1930s and were equally popular in paperbacks of the 1950s. Smith drank as steadily as his characters; James Thurber's The Years with Ross tells the story of Smith's unexplained week-long disappearance. When asked why he hadn't called in sick, he retorted, "The telephone was in the hall and there was a draft."[1] Smith was born in Annapolis, Maryland, the son of a Navy commodore, and attended Dartmouth College. Following hungry years in Greenwich Village, working part-time as an advertising agent, Smith achieved meteoric success with the publication of Topper in 1926. He was an early resident of Free Acres, a social experimental community developed by Bolton Hall according to the economic principles of Henry George, in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey.[2] He died of a heart attack in 1934 while vacationing in Florida.