Roughing It DeLuxe

By Irvin S. Cobb

Book Overview

Roughing It DeLuxe is a book written by Irvin S. Cobb, an American humorist and writer, and first published in 1914. The book is a collection of humorous essays that detail Cobb's experiences traveling and roughing it in various locations across the United States and Europe. Cobb's writing style is characterized by his use of witty and satirical humor, and his ability to poke fun at himself and the situations he finds himself in. In Roughing It DeLuxe, he takes the reader on a journey through his travels, which include camping trips, hunting expeditions, and visits to popular tourist destinations. Throughout the book, Cobb shares his observations and opinions on a wide range of topics, from the quirks of the people he meets to the idiosyncrasies of the places he visits. He also offers insights into the social and cultural norms of the time, often critiquing them in his own humorous way. Overall, Roughing It DeLuxe is a witty and entertaining read that offers a unique glimpse into the world of travel and adventure in the early 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone who enjoys humor and satire, as well as those interested in history and travel writing.1913. American humorist and newspaper columnist for The Saturday Evening Post and Cosmopolitan. He is best known for his Judge Priest stories. Contents: A Pilgrim Canonized; Rabid and His Friends; How Do You Like the Climate?; In the Haunt of the Native Son; and Looking for Lo. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417907827
• ISBN13: 9781417907823
• Release Date: April 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"