BENCHLEY, Robert; Dorothy Parker; Edna Ferber; Alexander Woollcott. Edited by Robert E. Drennan.
The Algonquin Wits.
New York: The Citadel Press , 1968.
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First Edition of The Algonquin Wits; with contributions by Robert Benchley, Edna Ferber, Dorothy Parker, and Alexander Woollcott
First edition of The Algonquin Wits. Octavo, original half cloth, pictorial endpapers, illustrated with a portrait photograph of each author. Fine in a very good price-clipped dust jacket. Jacket design by Robert Cowan.
The Algonquin Wits were a group of Canadian writers and intellectuals, primarily active in the early to mid-20th century, known for their wit, satire, and literary contributions. The group, named after the Algonquin Hotel in New York City where they frequently gathered, included prominent figures such as Robert Benchley, Dorothy Parker, and George S. Kaufman. They were characterized by their sharp humor, often poking fun at societal norms, politics, and the literary world itself. The Algonquin Wits' influence extended to theater, journalism, and film, and their works continue to be celebrated for their clever wordplay and satirical tone. Their legacy is a testament to the role of humor and satire in challenging conventions and shaping cultural discourse during the early 20th century.
The Algonquin Wits.
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