Skiddoo! by Hugh McHugh (1948)
The story revolves around a young man who leaves his home to seek his fortune in the city. He faces various challenges and misadventures, including getting into trouble with the law and struggling financially. Along the way, he meets a cast of characters that shape his experiences and worldview. The narrative explores themes of identity, morality, and the American Dream.
By Hugh McHugh · First published 1948 · Genre: Humor, Satire, Fiction · 7 chapters · 12,372 words
First lines
I was down on the card to make a quick jump to Pittsburg a few nights ago, and I'm a lemon if I didn't draw an upper berth in the sleeping car thing!
Say! I'll be one of a party of six to go before Congress and tell all I know about an upper berth.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Hugh McHugh
- Date: 1948 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Humor, Satire, Fiction, Travel, Social Commentary
- Length: 12,372 words
- Structure: 7 chapters, 433 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Humor — The book is characterized by a comedic tone, with humorous anecdotes and witty observations throughout.
- Satire — The narrative employs satire to critique social norms and behaviors, particularly through exaggerated scenarios and characters.
- Fiction — The work is a fictional narrative, presenting imaginative stories and characters.
- Travel — The book includes travel-related themes, such as the protagonist's experiences on a train journey.
Tags
Comedy · Satire · Novel · American Literature · 1920s Fiction · Prohibition Era · Humor · Social Commentary · Absurdism · Farce · Playful · Witty
Contents
- John Henry on Upper Berths
- John Henry on Cooks
- John Henry on Patriotism
- John Henry on Mosquitoes
- John Henry on Street Car Etiquette
- John Henry on Social Affairs
- John Henry on Chafing Dishes