George Ade

Artie a Story of the Streets And Town

A celebration of the nineteenth-century saloon, written with sly humor during Prohibition: "A gem for gentlemen and gentlewomen who enjoy a tipple."— Toronto Star Described by Luc Sante as "a distant ancestor of Rocky and Bullwinkle," George Ade was an early twentieth-century humorist beloved by many, even earning praise from H.L. Mencken. During the waning years of Prohibition, he wrote The Old-Time Saloon—both a work of propaganda masquerading as "just history" and a hilarious exercise in nostalgia that let booze-deprived readers of the day know just what they were missing. Featuring original, vintage illustrations along with a new introduction and notes from Bill Savage, Ade's book takes us back to the long-gone men's clubs of earlier days, when beer was a nickel, the pretzels were polished, and the sardines were free. "Ade amuses with his dry humor on a wet topic...The book discusses every phase of the saloon and every type of saloon, from the ornate and opulent place, like the Waldorf or the Knickerbocker, to the dive on the corner and the old-fashioned roadhouse."— Brooklyn Daily Eagle "Much about nineteenth-century saloons may have been sordid and squalid, but Ade knew how to find their charm, even their joy. He's a wonderful reading companion—and I bet he would have been pretty great to drink with, too."—Daniel Okrent, author of Last Call

Not Wet - Not Dry, Just History

The Old-Time Saloon

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People You Know

A Collection of Short Stories

More Aces

In "Ade's Fables," George Ade employs a keen blend of wit and fable-like simplicity to illuminate the human condition through a series of humorous and insightful tales. Written in the early 20th century, this collection mirrors the zeitgeist of American society, reflecting the burgeoning culture of urbanization and the complexities of modern life. Ade's distinctive literary style features concise prose, playful dialogue, and moral underpinnings that resonate with readers, making these fables not only entertaining but also philosophically rich. Through a cast of archetypal characters, he skillfully reveals the follies and foibles of both individual and communal experiences. George Ade, an acclaimed humorist and playwright, was deeply entrenched in the social movements and artistic circles of his time. Born in 1866 in Indiana, his Midwestern upbringing shaped his keen observational skills and understanding of common folk, enabling him to connect profoundly with readers. His successful career in journalism and theater provided ample material, facilitating an exploration of contemporary themes through engaging and accessible storytelling. "Ade's Fables" is a must-read for anyone seeking a blend of humor and wisdom. This collection stands as a testament to Ade's unparalleled ability to comment on social intricacies with both levity and depth, making it an essential addition to the library of those who appreciate the art of storytelling.

Timeless wisdom and witty humor in classic tales

Ade's Fables

The Living Writings of George Ade

The Permanent Ade

George Ade has aptly been dubbed the Neil Simon of his day. This representative collection, the first in forty years, reveals AdeÕs originality and universality, his ear for the vernacular and rhythms of speech, and his satiric sparkle.

The Best of George Ade

The nove captures the character and lively vernacular speech of a young Loop office worker in a series of sketches first developed in Ade's feature column in the Chicago Record, "Stories of the Streets and of the Town."

A Story of the Streets and Town

Artie

A Veritable Feast of George Ade's Greatest Hits

Plays Worth Remembering

George Ade (1866 -1944) was an American writer, newspaper columnist, and playwright. George Ade is one of the American writers whose publications made him rich. When land values were inflated about the time of World War I, Ade was a millionaire. The Ross-Ade football stadium at Purdue University was built with his (and David E. Ross's) financial support. He also generously supported his college fraternity, Sigma Chi, leading a fund-raising campaign to endow the Sigma Chi mother house at the site of the fraternity's original establishment at Miami University. Ade is also famous among Sigma Chis as the author of The Sigma Chi Creed, written in 1929, one of the central documents of the fraternity's philosophies. In this book: In Pastures New Ade's Fables Fables in Slang

George Ade, Collection Novels

Gustav Luders

The full score is manuscript, consisting of individual numbers contained in a folder. The vocal scores are in English, published by M. Witmark (New York, c1904, pl. no. 6172). One is arranged as a stage manager's guide. The promptbooks are typescript, in English, one of which carries the indication "1904 edition."

An Original Comic Opera in Two Acts

The Sho-gun

This collection of humorous essays and sketches is a delightful read for anyone who appreciates a good laugh. Ade's witty and insightful observations on life, love, and the absurdities of everyday existence are sure to brighten your day. The book is an essential addition to any humor lover's collection. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Single Blessedness: And Other Observations

F. Scott Fitzgerald

Anton Chekhov

August Nemo

O. Henry

Oscar Wilde

Thomas Bulfinch

Franz Kafka

Capricorn represents time and responsibility, and its representatives are independent, reliable and goal-oriented. When on the negative side, they can become pessimistic and closed-minded. In this book you will find seven short stories specially selected to illustrate the different aspects of the Capricorn personality. For a more complete experience, be sure to also read the anthologies of your rising sign and moon! This book contains: - Saturn. - The Selfish Giant by Oscar Wilde. - The Death Of A Government Clerk by Anton Chekhov. - The Curious Case of Benjamin Button by F. Scott Fitzgerald. - A Hunger Artist by Franz Kafka. - The Fable of the Man Who Didn't Care for Storybooks by George Ade. - The Romance of a Busy Broker by O. Henry.

7 short stories that Capricorn will love

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Pink Marsh

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The Sho-Gun: An Original Comic Opera in Two Acts

Chicago Stories

Doc' Horne

Ruth McEnery Stuart

Sarah Orne Jewett

Robert W. Chambers

Émile Zola

George Gissing

Lord Dunsany

Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson

Stewart Edward Whit

This book contains 70 short stories from 10 classic, prize-winning and noteworthy authors. The stories were carefully selected by the critic August Nemo, in a collection that will please the literature lovers. For more exciting titles, be sure to check out our 7 Best Short Stories and Essential Novelists collections. This book contains: - Émile Zola: - Captain Burle The Miller's Daughter Jean Gourdon's Four Days The Fete At Coqueville The Flood Death of Olivier Becaille Nana - Stewart Edward White:The Girl Who Got Rattled Billy's Tenderfoot The River-Boss The Saving Grace The Strange Ride of Morrowbie Jukes The Girl in Red The Fifth Way - Sarah Orne Jewett:A Winter Courtship Going to Shrewsbury The White Rose Road The Town Poor A Native of Winby Looking Back on Girlhood The Passing of Sister Barsett - Willa CatherA Burglar's Christmas A Wagner Matinee On the Gull's Road Paul's Case The Enchanted Bluff The Namesake The Garden Lodge - George AdeThe Fable of the Preacher Who Flew His Kite, But Not Because He Wished to Do So The Fable of the Two Mandolin Players and His Willing Performer The Fable of the Parents Who Tinkered with the Offspring The Fable of the Man Who Didn't Care for Storybooks The Fable of the Kid Who Shifted His Ideal The Fable of How Uncle Brewster was Too Shifty for the Tempter The Fable of Lutie, the False Alarm, and How She Finished about the Time that She Started - Robert W. Chambers:The Messenger The Repairer of Reputations The Purple Emperor Passeur The Key to Grief A Matter of Interest Pompe Funèbre - George GissingThe House Of Cobwebs A Capitalist Christopherson Humplebee The Scrupulous Father A Poor Gentleman Miss Rodney's Leisure - Lord Dunsany:Chu-Bu and Sheemish The Hoard of the Gibbelins The Quest of the Queen's Tears How One Came, As Was Foretold, To The City Of Never The Wonderful Window The Bride Of The Man Horse The House Of The Sphinx - Ruth McEnery Stuart: Sonny's Christenin' Solomon Crow's Christmas Pockets The Two Tims Old Easter Saint Idyl's Light Little Mother Quackalina Blink - Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson:The Railroad and the Churchyard The Father The Bridal March One Day Mother's Hands Thrond Absalom's Hair

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