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Stauffer, Frank H.
1832
1895
Stauffer, Francis Henry,
The Queer, the Quaint and the Quizzical: A Cabinet for the Curious
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"The Queer, the Quaint and the Quizzical: A Cabinet for the Curious" by Frank H. Stauffer is a collection of curiosities and oddities compiled during the late 19th century. This work explores a diverse range of quirky historical anecdotes, strange customs, and unique literary treasures, and it invites the reader to ponder the peculiarities and often whimsical nature of human history and culture. The opening of the book sets the tone for the delightful eccentricities that follow, showcasing a variety of fascinating tidbits about unusual books and antiquities. It mentions peculiar literary creations with amusing titles, rare artifacts like an intricate manuscript that captivated collectors, and unique incidents surrounding curiosities in history. These snippets lead the reader into a world of the bizarre and fascinating, establishing a playful and inquisitive atmosphere that hints at the intriguing explorations yet to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 70.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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