Little Brown Jug (eBook)

George M. Baker (Autor)

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2022
44 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654736627-0 (EAN)

Infos

In 'Little Brown Jug' by George M. Baker, the reader is taken on a journey through the ups and downs of an ordinary man's life in a small town setting. Through vivid language and detailed descriptions, Baker captures the essence of rural America in the early 20th century, shedding light on the struggles and triumphs of the working class. The novel is written in a straightforward yet poignant style, making it accessible to a wide range of readers while also offering a thought-provoking look at societal issues of the time period. With its themes of community, resilience, and the pursuit of happiness, 'Little Brown Jug' stands as a timeless piece of American literature. George M. Baker's own background as a journalist and community activist undoubtedly influenced his writing of this novel, as he brings a level of authenticity and insight to the narrative. Readers interested in exploring the complexities of everyday life in a bygone era will find 'Little Brown Jug' to be a compelling and insightful read.

Autor

George Melville Baker (1832–1890) was a prolific American author, playwright, and theatrical producer. Born in Boston, Massachusetts, Baker's literary career began in the mid-19th century, a period bustling with American cultural development. Baker was well-known for his commitment to the amateur theatre movement, where he wrote numerous plays, dialogues, and farces intended for school and family entertainments. Among his distinguished works, 'The Little Brown Jug' is a testament to his flair for comedy and his skill in portraying domestic scenes and character humor which resonated with the sensibilities of his audience. Baker's literary style often incorporated elements of wit and satire, built upon a foundation of moral virtues that reflected the societal norms of his time. His writing contributed to a genre of literature that promoted recreational reading and amateur theatrical performances, widely appreciated by a middle-class audience seeking both entertainment and didactic messages. Baker's commitment to the theatre, beyond his literary outputs, was evident in his involvement with the establishment of 'Baker's Plays', a publishing initiative designed to promote and distribute his works and those of other playwrights catering to amateur performance groups. While not as well-recognized in the modern literary canon, Baker's extensive collection of plays and dialogues remains a notable contribution to the American theatrical tradition of the late 19th century.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Lyrik / Dramatik ► Dramatik / Theater
• Schlagworte: 19th century • 19th century drama • American author • American Drama • American drama classics • American Literature • character-driven narrative • Cultural Commentary • Drama • Dramatic Literature • George M. Baker plays • historical fiction • historical plays • literary classic • Little Brown Jug book • performing arts literature • prohibition era • public domain plays • Reimagined classic • Rural community • small-town america • Stage Plays • Temperance • theatrical scripts • Victorian literature style