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“Words sing. They hurt. They teach. They sanctify. They were man's first, immeasurable feat of magic. They liberated us from ignorance and our barbarous past.”

Quote by Leo Rosten

Book:The Many Worlds of L*e*o R*o*s*t*e*n: Stories, Humor, Social Commentary, Travelogues, Satire, Memoirs, Profiles, and Sundry Entertainments Never Before Published; with a Special Introd., Background Notes, Revelations and Confessions, All Hand-written and Themselves Worth the Price of Admission

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The Many Worlds of L*e*o R*o*s*t*e*n: Stories, Humor, Social Commentary, Travelogues, Satire, Memoirs, Profiles, and Sundry Entertainments Never Before Published; with a Special Introd., Background Notes, Revelations and Confessions, All Hand-written and Themselves Worth the Price of Admission

This book is a compilation of diverse writings by L*e*o R*o*s*t*e*n, showcasing his versatility as a writer. It includes a variety of literary forms such as short stories, humorous anecdotes, critical observations on society, travel narratives, satirical pieces, personal memoirs, and character profiles. Additionally, the book features a special introduction, explanatory background notes, and intimate revelations and confessions, all penned by L*e*o R*o*s*t*e*n himself. These personal insights are said to add significant value to the collection. more

Author

Leo Rosten was an American author and teacher, born on April 11, 1908, and died on February 19, 1997. He is known for his humorous writing style and profound insights into American culture. more

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