The Autobiography Of Methuselah

By John Kendrick Bangs and F G Cooper

Book Overview

The Autobiography of Methuselah is a satirical novel written by John Kendrick Bangs. The book is a fictional autobiography of Methuselah, a biblical figure who is said to have lived for 969 years. In this book, Methuselah tells his life story, from his birth to his death, and his encounters with various historical figures, including Noah, King Solomon, and Alexander the Great.The book is written in a humorous and satirical style, with Methuselah providing witty commentary on the events of his life and the world around him. The novel also includes several parodies of famous works of literature, including Shakespeare's Hamlet and Milton's Paradise Lost.Throughout the book, Methuselah reflects on the nature of life, death, and the passage of time. He also offers his own unique perspective on the world and the people he has encountered, providing a humorous and insightful commentary on human nature.Overall, The Autobiography of Methuselah is a witty and entertaining novel that offers a unique perspective on biblical history and the human experience.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: 1163771228
• ISBN13: 9781163771228
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"