The Jovial Ghosts: The Misadventures of Topper

Name: The Jovial Ghosts: The Misadventures of Topper
Author: Thorne Smith

The Misadventures of Topper is a classic novel by Thorne Smith, first published in 1926. The novel follows the misadventures of George Topper, a mild-mannered banker who finds himself haunted by three ghosts: the jovial Mr. Wren, the mischievous Marion Kerby, and the dignified Henrietta Lowell. Topper's life is thrown into chaos as the ghosts wreak havoc on his home and his career. He is forced to confront his own fears and insecurities as he struggles to find a way to rid himself of the ghosts. Along the way, he discovers the joys of friendship and the importance of living life to the fullest. The novel is a humorous and lighthearted look at the supernatural, and is a classic of the genre. It is a timeless tale of friendship, courage, and the power of the human spirit.

By Thorne Smith · First published 1926 · Genre: Fantasy, Humor, Mystery · 21 chapters · 72,314 words

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[Dedication: To Celia --to say the least--]

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Work type: Novel
Author: Thorne Smith
Date: 1926 CE
Language: English
Genres: Fantasy, Humor, Mystery, Romance
Length: 72,314 words
Structure: 21 chapters, 1,988 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Fantasy — The book follows the misadventures of Topper, a man who is haunted by three jovial ghosts.
Humor — The book is written in a humorous style, with the ghosts providing comic relief throughout the story.
Mystery — The book follows Topper as he attempts to solve the mystery of why the ghosts are haunting him.
Romance — The book features a romantic subplot between Topper and his love interest, Marion Kerby.