The Camouflaging of Mr. Gupperduck
The novel revolves around the life of a middle-aged man who adopts a new identity to escape his mundane existence and reconnect with his estranged daughter. He assumes the persona of Mr. Gupperduck, a wealthy businessman, and becomes embroiled in a complex web of relationships and deceptions. As he navigates this new reality, he must confront the consequences of his actions and the true nature of his identity.
By Herbert Jenkins · First published 1929 · Genre: Comedy, Satire, Drama · 3,574 words
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"Ah! " cried Bindle as he pushed open one of the swing doors of the public bar of The Yellow Ostrich. "I thought I should find my little sunflower 'ere," and he grasped the hand that Ginger did not extend to him. Demonstration was not Ginger's strong point.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Herbert Jenkins
- Date: 1929 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Comedy, Satire, Drama, Historical Fiction, Social Commentary
- Length: 3,574 words
- Structure: 1 section, 94 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Comedy — The narrative is driven by humorous dialogue and situations, particularly through the character of Bindle and his interactions with others.
- Satire — The story uses humor and irony to critique social and political issues, such as war and patriotism.
- Drama — The plot involves conflicts and tensions among characters, particularly around themes of war and peace.
- Historical Fiction — The setting and events are influenced by historical context, specifically the period during or after World War I.
Tags
Satire · Comedy · Absurdism · Social Commentary · Fiction · Novel · Literary Fiction · Humor · Irony · Parody · Farce · Dark Comedy