The History and Records of the Elephant Club by Underhill and Doesticks

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Author Underhill, Edward F. (Edward Fitch), 1830-1898
Author Doesticks, Q. K. Philander, 1831-1875
Illustrator McLenan, John, 1827-1866
Title The History and Records of the Elephant Club
Note Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The History and Records of the Elephant Club" by Knight Russ Ockside, M.D., and Q.K. Philander Doesticks, P.B. is a humorous novel written in the mid-19th century. The book centers around the whimsical escapades of a group of eccentric characters who form a society, known as the Elephant Club, focused on both the social camaraderie of its members and their enthusiastic quest to study elephants in a uniquely satirical manner. Filled with amusing anecdotes and lively dialogues, the work reflects the absurdity of their adventures and observations in New York. At the start of the story, we are introduced to the beginnings of this club through the informal yet comedic encounters of its founding members. The narrative opens with a vivid scene at the Shanghae Hotel where Myndert Van Dam falls asleep, only to be roused by John Spout, who believes he resembles a lost friend. They encounter various quirky characters, such as the misfit Bobinger Thomas, and engage in absurd conversations that set the tone for their future adventures. With a shared goal of studying the "metropolitan elephant," the club members collectively display an overarching theme of camaraderie laced with humor, as they navigate the chaotic and often nonsensical experiences of city life, including misunderstandings and various escapades at places like taverns and social gatherings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Subject American wit and humor
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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