Comic History of the United States by Bill Nye

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Author Nye, Bill, 1850-1896
Illustrator Opper, Frederick Burr, 1857-1937
Title Comic History of the United States
Note Reading ease score: 67.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Comic History of the United States" by Bill Nye is a humorous historical account written in the late 19th century. This work offers a light-hearted and satirical take on American history, covering key events from the discovery of America to the founding of the Republic, while intertwining fiction and facts in an entertaining manner. The book aims to humanize historical figures and events, transforming often dry historical narratives into engaging and lively tales. The beginning of the text sets the stage with a playful preface, explaining the author's intention to present historical facts in a more palatable and attractive way, similarly to dressing a child in beautiful clothes. Nye introduces readers to Queen Isabella and Christopher Columbus, depicting their interactions leading up to Columbus's famous voyage in a comical light. The narrative highlights Isabella's determination to fund Columbus's expedition despite financial difficulties, bringing humor to the historical complexities surrounding the discovery of America. The tone is both whimsical and critical, suggesting a blend of fact and farce as it examines the quirks and struggles of the early explorers and settlers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
Subject American wit and humor
Subject United States -- History -- Humor
Subject Caricatures and cartoons -- United States
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EBook-No. 21427
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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