“It must be a good thing to be good or ivrybody wudden't be pretendin' he was.”
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Observations by Mr. Dooley
This book features a series of wit-filled essays and anecdotes, offering a critical and often humorous perspective on the social and political landscape of the United States. The character Mr. Dooley serves as a voice of common sense and wit, reflecting on various aspects of American life and its institutions. more
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Finley Peter Dunne
Finley Peter Dunne was an American humorist, journalist, and radio personality renowned for his satirical and witty observations on American society and politics. Born on July 10, 1867, in Chicago, Illinois, Dunne spent the majority of his career in New York City. He is most famous for his newspaper column, 'The Gas House Gang,' which featured the character of Mr. Dooley, an Irish-American everyman with a sharp wit. Dunne passed away on April 24, 1936. more
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