“Vice is a creature of such hideous mien... that the more you see it the better you like it”
Quote by Finley Peter Dunne
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Mr. Dooley remembers: the informal memoirs of Finley Peter Dunne
This book is a compilation of the informal memoirs of Finley Peter Dunne, a journalist and humorist known for his character Mr. Dooley. The essays, written in a conversational style, reflect Dunne's wit and social commentary on the period's cultural and political landscape. 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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