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Bangs, John Kendrick
1862
1922
Richards, F. T. (Frederick Thompson)
1864
1921
Richards, Frederick Thompson
The Idiot at Home
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"The Idiot at Home" by John Kendrick Bangs is a humorous novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the character known as the Idiot, who is portrayed as a well-meaning but bumbling husband and father navigating the challenges of domestic life with his wife and two children. The book explores various comedic situations that arise in their suburban household, often delving into the absurdities of everyday life and the misunderstandings that occur within a family. The opening portion of the book introduces the Idiot and his family during a breakfast scene where he proposes to host a dinner for old friends. Their conversation is filled with lighthearted banter, setting the tone for the family's dynamics. The Idiot exhibits a mix of pride and humorous ignorance as he discusses the children's upbringing and the quirks of their household. It is clear that the family enjoys a loving relationship, but also that the Idiot's idiosyncratic takes on life often lead to misguided conclusions and amusing dialogue. This lightheartedness and charm suggest that readers can expect a delightful and comedic exploration of family life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Humorous stories
Friendship -- Fiction
Conversation -- Fiction
Families -- Fiction
Home ownership -- Fiction
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