Download or read book A House Boat on the Styx Illustrated written by John Kendrick Bangs and published by . This book was released on 2020-04-21 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A House-Boat on the Styx is a fantasy novel written by John Kendrick Bangs in 1895.The original full title was A House-Boat on the Styx: Being Some Account of the Divers Doings of the Associated Shades. The novel was first published by Harper Brothers in 1896 with illustrations by Peter Newell (24 plates)"
Download or read book A House boat on the Styx written by John Kendrick Bangs and published by . This book was released on 2017-11-22 with total page 73 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book begins with Charon, ferryman of the Styx startled--and annoyed--by the arrival of a house boat on his mystical river. At first afraid that the boat will put him out of business, he later finds out that he is to be appointed the boat's janitor. What follows are eleven stories set on the house boat. There is no central theme; each chapter features various souls from history and mythology, and in the twelfth chapter the house boat disappears, seguing into the sequel, Pursuit of the House-Boat.
Download or read book The Pursuit of the House Boat written by John Kendrick Bangs and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2017-07-14 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Pursuit of the House-Boat is an 1897 novel by John Kendrick Bangs, and the second one to feature his Associated Shades take on the afterlife. The original full title was The Pursuit of the House-Boat: Being Some Further Account of the Divers Doings of the Associated Shades, Under the Leadership of Sherlock Holmes, Esq. and it has also been titled In Pursuit of the House-Boat and Pursuit of the House-Boat. There are 12 chapters in the book. They were first published as a serial, under the full-title and including the Newell illustrations, in Harper's Weekly from February 6 to April 24, 1897. After the House-Boat was hijacked by Captain Kidd at the end of A House-Boat on the Styx, the various members of its club decided that in order to track it down, a detective would have to be called in. So they hired Sherlock Holmes, who, at the time of the book's publication, had indeed been declared dead by his creator...
Download or read book The Pursuit of the House boat written by John Kendrick Bangs and published by . This book was released on 1901 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Idiot at Home written by John Kendrick Bangs and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 2007-09-01 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John Kendrick Bangs (1862-1922) was an American author and satirist, and the creator of modern Bangsian fantasy, the school of fantasy writing that sets the plot wholly or partially in the afterlife.
Download or read book The Pursuit of The House Boat written by John Kendrick Bangs and published by Namaskar Book. This book was released on 2024-02-02 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Set sail on a whimsical adventure with "The Pursuit of The House-Boat" by John Kendrick Bangs. Join Bangs on a delightful journey through the realms of fantasy and satire as he weaves a tale of nautical escapades and absurdity. As you navigate the pages of this charming novel, prepare to be swept away by Bangs' witty prose and imaginative storytelling. Follow the eccentric characters aboard the house-boat as they embark on a quest filled with humor, intrigue, and unexpected twists. But beyond the surface of the story, "The Pursuit of The House-Boat" offers a playful commentary on society, politics, and the human condition. Bangs' clever satire and keen observations add depth to the whimsical narrative, inviting readers to ponder the absurdities of life. Yet, amidst the laughter and satire, a profound question emerges: What truths lie hidden beneath the surface of Bangs' whimsical tale, and how will they resonate with readers in the modern world? Engage with Bangs' delightful characters and imaginative plot as you explore themes of adventure, friendship, and the pursuit of happiness. Whether you're a fan of satire, fantasy, or simply enjoy a good laugh, "The Pursuit of The House-Boat" promises to delight and entertain. Now, as you embark on this whimsical journey with "The Pursuit of The House-Boat," consider this: What lessons will you take away from Bangs' playful satire, and how will they inspire you to embrace the absurdities of life with humor and grace? Don't miss the opportunity to set sail with "The Pursuit of The House-Boat." Acquire your copy today and embark on a delightful voyage into the realms of imagination, where every page is a celebration of laughter, creativity, and the joy of storytelling. ```
Download or read book Haunting Experiences written by Diane Goldstein and published by University Press of Colorado. This book was released on 2007-09-15 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ghosts and other supernatural phenomena are widely represented throughout modern culture. They can be found in any number of entertainment, commercial, and other contexts, but popular media or commodified representations of ghosts can be quite different from the beliefs people hold about them, based on tradition or direct experience. Personal belief and cultural tradition on the one hand, and popular and commercial representation on the other, nevertheless continually feed each other. They frequently share space in how people think about the supernatural. In Haunting Experiences, three well-known folklorists seek to broaden the discussion of ghost lore by examining it from a variety of angles in various modern contexts. Diane E. Goldstein, Sylvia Ann Grider, and Jeannie Banks Thomas take ghosts seriously, as they draw on contemporary scholarship that emphasizes both the basis of belief in experience (rather than mere fantasy) and the usefulness of ghost stories. They look closely at the narrative role of such lore in matters such as socialization and gender. And they unravel the complex mix of mass media, commodification, and popular culture that today puts old spirits into new contexts.
Download or read book The Autobiography of Methuselah written by John Kendrick Bangs and published by . This book was released on 1909 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Delphi Complete Works of John Kendrick Bangs Illustrated written by John Kendrick Bangs and published by Delphi Classics. This book was released on 2017-07-17 with total page 4451 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The late nineteenth century American humorist John Kendrick Bangs was an inventive satirical writer, who inspired the genre of Bangsian fantasy. Famous works like ‘A House-Boat on the Styx’ employed a fantastical premise, involving the use of famous literary or historical individuals and their interactions in the Afterlife. In the popular magazines ‘Puck’ and ‘Life’, Bangs created numerous hilarious characters, including Jimmieboy, the Idiot, Alice in Blunderland, the Unwiseman and a popular Raffles spin-off series — all revealing his important contribution to the development of humorist literature. For the first time in publishing history, this comprehensive eBook presents Bangs’ complete fictional works, with numerous illustrations, rare texts, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1)* Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Bangs’ life and works * Concise introductions to the novels and other texts * All 14 novels, with individual contents tables * Features rare novels appearing for the first time in digital publishing, including Bangs’ almost lost first novel, ‘Roger Camerden’ * The complete Idiot and Jimmieboy series * Images of how the books were first published, giving your eReader a taste of the original texts * Excellent formatting of the texts * All of the famous works are fully illustrated with the original artwork, with thousands of images * Rare magazine stories available in no other collection, including ‘The Paradise Club’ series * Includes Bangs’ rare non-fiction work ‘Uncle Sam, Trustee’, digitised here for the first time * Scholarly ordering of texts into chronological order and genresPlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titlesCONTENTS:The Novels Roger Camerden (1887) Toppleton’s Client (1893) Mr. Bonaparte of Corsica (1895) A Rebellious Heroine (1896) Emblemland (1901) Mollie and the Unwiseman (1902) Olympian Nights (1902) The Andiron Tales (1906) Alice in Blunderland (1907) The Whole Family: A Novel by Twelve Authors (1908) The Autobiography of Methuselah (1909) Mollie and the Unwiseman Abroad (1910) Jack and the Checkbook (1911) From Pillar to Post (1916)The Jimmieboy Series Tiddledywink Tales (1891) The Tiddledywink’s Poetry Book (1892) In Camp with a Tin Soldier (1892) Half Hours with Jimmieboy (1893) The Mantel-Piece Minstrels, and Other Stories (1896) Bikey the Skicycle and Other Tales of Jimmieboy (1902) Uncollected Jimmieboy TalesThe Raffles Series Mrs. Raffles (1905) R. Holmes & Co. (1906)The Idiot Series Coffee and Repartee (1893) The Idiot (1895) The Idiot at Home (1900) The Inventions of the Idiot (1904) The Genial Idiot (1908) Half-Hours with the Idiot (1917)Associated Shades Series A House-Boat on the Styx (1895) The Pursuit of the House-Boat (1897) The Enchanted Type-Writer (1899) Mr. Munchausen (1901)Other Short Fiction The Lorgnette (1886) New Waggings of Old Tales by Two Wags (1888) Three Weeks in Politics (1894) The Water Ghost, and Others (1894) The Paradise Club (1895) Paste Jewels (1897) Ghosts I Have Met and Some Others (1898) Peeps at Peoples (1899) The Dreamers: A Club (1899) The Booming of Acre Hill and Other Reminiscences of Urban and Suburban Life (1900) Over the Plum-Pudding (1901) Potted Fiction (1908) A Little Book of Christmas (1912)The Plays The Bicyclers, and Three Other Farces (1896)The Poetry Cobwebs from a Library Corner (1899)The Non-Fiction Uncle Sam, Trustee (1902)Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles or to purchase this eBook as a Parts Edition of individual eBooks
Download or read book Selected Stories of John Kendrick Bangs written by John Kendrick Bangs and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2018-08-19 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a Whimsical Journey with "Selected Stories of John Kendrick Bangs" by John Kendrick Bangs! Prepare to be transported to a world of wit, humor, and imagination with "Selected Stories of John Kendrick Bangs" by the esteemed author himself. In this delightful collection, Bangs showcases his mastery of the short story genre, offering readers a glimpse into his whimsical and enchanting imagination. From tales of ghosts and goblins to witty satires and charming fantasies, Bangs' stories span a wide range of genres and themes, each one guaranteed to entertain and delight. Whether you're in the mood for a lighthearted romp through the afterlife or a clever satire on society's foibles, Bangs has something for everyone. Through his clever wordplay, sharp wit, and boundless creativity, Bangs invites readers to explore the absurdities of life and the wonders of the imagination. His characters leap off the page, from bumbling bureaucrats to mischievous spirits, each one brought to life with humor and heart. Since its publication, "Selected Stories of John Kendrick Bangs" has charmed readers of all ages with its timeless appeal and irrepressible humor. Bangs' unique blend of satire, fantasy, and humor continues to captivate audiences, making this collection a beloved favorite for generations. Whether you're a longtime fan of Bangs' work or discovering his stories for the first time, "Selected Stories" is sure to delight and entertain. Join John Kendrick Bangs on a journey through the realms of imagination and humor, and discover the magic of his storytelling prowess. Don't miss your chance to experience the whimsy and wonder of "Selected Stories of John Kendrick Bangs." Order your copy today and embark on a delightful journey through the fantastical worlds of one of America's most beloved storytellers.
Download or read book The Singular Problem of the Stygian House Boat written by John Kendrick Bangs and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2007 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A House Boat on the Styx written by John Kendrick John Kendrick Bangs and published by . This book was released on 2017-07-26 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How is this book unique? Font adjustments & biography included Unabridged (100% Original content) Illustrated About A House-Boat on the Styx by John Kendrick Bangs A House-Boat on the Styx is a fantasy novel written by John Kendrick Bangs in 1895. Plot Summary: The premise of the book is that everyone who has ever died (up to the time in which the book is set, which seems to be about the time of its publication) has gone to Styx, the river that circles the underworld. The book begins with Charon, ferryman of the Styx being startled--and annoyed--by the arrival of a houseboat on the Styx. At first afraid that the boat will put him out of business, he later finds out that he is actually to be appointed the boat's janitor. What follows are eleven more stories (for a total of twelve) which are set on the house boat. There is no central theme, and the purpose of the book appears to be as a literary thought experiment to see what would happen if various famous dead people were put in the same room with each other. Each chapter is a short story featuring various souls from history and mythology. In the twelfth chapter the house boat disappears, leading into the sequel, Pursuit of the House-Boat.
Download or read book Haunted Media written by Jeffrey Sconce and published by Duke University Press. This book was released on 2000 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the repeated association of new electronic media with spiritual phenomena from the telegraph in the late 19th century to television.
Download or read book The Pursuit of the House Boat written by John Kendrick Bangs and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2019-09-25 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: The Pursuit of the House-Boat by John Kendrick Bangs
Download or read book The Pursuit of the House Boat Being Some Further Account of the Divers Doings of the Associated Shades Under the Leadership of Sherlock Holmes Esq written by John Kendrick Bangs and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2016-03-09 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is John Kendrick Bangs' 1897 novel, “The Pursuit of the House-Boat”. A deceased Sherlock Holmes is employed by the Associated Shades club to help them after the House-Boat has been commandeered by the nefarious Captain Kidd. An amusing and entertaining detective romp set in the afterlife, “The Pursuit of the House-Boat” constitutes a must-read for lovers of quirky fiction and is not to be missed by fans of Bang's work. John Kendrick Bangs (1862–1922) was an American editor, author, and satirist. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.
Download or read book When Old Technologies Were New written by Carolyn Marvin and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 1990-05-24 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the history of electronic communication, the last quarter of the nineteenth century holds a special place, for it was during this period that the telephone, phonograph, electric light, wireless, and cinema were all invented. In When old Technologies Were New, Carolyn Marvin explores how two of these new inventions--the telephone and the electric light--were publicly envisioned at the end of the nineteenth century, as seen in specialized engineering journals and popular media. Marvin pays particular attention to the telephone, describing how it disrupted established social relations, unsettling customary ways of dividing the private person and family from the more public setting of the community. On the lighter side, she describes how people spoke louder when calling long distance, and how they worried about catching contagious diseases over the phone. A particularly powerful chapter deals with telephonic precursors of radio broadcasting--the "Telephone Herald" in New York and the "Telefon Hirmondo" of Hungary--and the conflict between the technological development of broadcasting and the attempt to impose a homogenous, ethnocentric variant of Anglo-Saxon culture on the public. While focusing on the way professionals in the electronics field tried to control the new media, Marvin also illuminates the broader social impact, presenting a wide-ranging, informative, and entertaining account of the early years of electronic media.
Download or read book A House Boat on the Styx written by John Bangs and published by . This book was released on 2015-02-20 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
