Captain Billy's Whiz Bang, Vol 1, No. 11, August, 1920 by Various
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
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| Editor | Fawcett, W. H. (Wilford Hamilton), 1885-1940 |
| Title |
Captain Billy's Whiz Bang, Vol 1, No. 11, August, 1920 America's Magazine of Wit, Humor and Filosophy |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by David Edwards, Barry Abrahamsen, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Captain Billy's Whiz Bang, Vol 1, No. 11, August, 1920" by Various is a humorous magazine publication that captures the spirit of the early 20th century. This monthly periodical is a mix of satire, social commentary, and entertainment, likely reflecting the cultural milieu of the post-World War I era in America. The publication aims to provide light-hearted content, including jokes, anecdotes, and commentary on contemporary social issues, particularly those relating to the military and the evolving Hollywood scene. The issue features a variety of articles that delve into movie star gossip, particularly focusing on the romantic escapades of Hollywood actors such as Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks, as well as insights into the tumultuous relationships within the film industry. It blends humor with critical observations about society, showcasing the contradictions of fame and the pressures faced by public figures. Additionally, it includes segments on the challenges of returning soldiers readjusting to civilian life and offers a comedic take on common societal norms and expectations. Overall, "Captain Billy's Whiz Bang" serves as an amusing snapshot of its time, reflecting both the buoyant spirit of the Jazz Age and the lingering effects of a recent war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | American wit and humor -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56968 |
| Release Date | Apr 14, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 219 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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