| Author |
Dunne, Finley Peter, 1867-1936 |
| Title |
Mr. Dooley: In the Hearts of His Countrymen
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 90.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland and the PG Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.
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| Summary |
"Mr. Dooley: In the Hearts of His Countrymen" by Finley Peter Dunne is a collection of humorous sketches written in the late 19th century. The narrative is centered around Mr. Dooley, an Irish-American bartender in a Chicago tavern, who shares his insightful and often satirical observations on contemporary social and political issues through lively conversations with his friend, Mr. Hennessy. The work offers a vivid portrayal of society during a time of significant change, particularly concerning U.S. expansionism and cultural dynamics. At the start of the book, the character of Mr. Dooley is introduced through a lively dialogue with Mr. Hennessy, where they discuss America's involvement in the Philippines. Dooley humorously critiques the concept of "liberating" the islanders while highlighting the absurdities and contradictions underlying American expansionism. He reflects on the irony of imposing democracy on those seen as incapable of self-governance, all while mocking the imperialistic attitudes of Americans towards foreign cultures. This opening sets the tone for a blend of humor and critical social commentary that characterizes Dunne's writing and promises a rich exploration of his contemporary society through the lens of his witty protagonist. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
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| Subject |
Humorous stories, American
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| Subject |
Irish Americans -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Dooley, Mr. (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13784 |
| Release Date |
Oct 18, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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