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Once a Week

Light, witty everyday sketches
StyleObservationalGenreClassicBritish Humor

Synopsis

This collection of short comic pieces follows people through familiar situations: family life, marriage, winter sports, visits to other people’s homes, and the theater. Milne turns everyday misunderstandings and social habits into light, witty sketches. First published in 1914, the book includes work from his early career as a humor writer. The comedy comes from Milne’s amused eye for ordinary behavior and the small awkward moments people recognize. Its gentle wit makes it a clean, easygoing read.

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Details

  • GenreClassic · British Humor
  • ISBN9789363054875
  • AuthorA. A. Milne

About the Author

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A. A. Milne
A. A. Milne (1882–1956), born Alan Alexander Milne, was an English writer, playwright, and poet. He studied at Cambridge and wrote for the humor magazine Punch before becoming a successful author. Milne is best known for Winnie-the-Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner, but he also wrote plays, poems, essays, and novels for adults. See all books →
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