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James Thurber: Writings & Drawings (including The Secret Life of Walter Mitty)

This compilation showcases the wit and creativity of James Thurber, with a selection of his most renowned short stories and accompanying illustrations. It includes the famous story 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty,' which has become a cultural touchstone for the concept of daydreaming and escapism. more

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James Thurber
James Thurber

James Thurber was a renowned American cartoonist and writer. Born on December 8, 1894, and died on November 2, 1961, Thurber is known for his humor and satire in his works, which have had a profound impact on American literature and cartoon art. more

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“Every time is a time for comedy in a world of tension that would languish without it. But I cannot confine myself to lightness in a period of human life that demands light. We all know that, as the old adage has it, "It is later than you think." But I also say occasionally: "It is lighter than you think." In this light let's not look back in anger, or forward in fear, but around in awareness.”

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