Mencken Chrestomathy: A Treasury of Irreverent Prose and Verse

H.L. Mencken was one of the most influential American writers of the 20th century. A master of invective, satire, and humor, Mencken delighted in skewering the foibles of his time. This chrestomathy, a selection of his best work, is a must-have for any fan of Mencken or American literature.

From the by Terry Teachout

H.L. Mencken was a man of many talents. He was a brilliant journalist, a trenchant critic, and a gifted essayist. But above all, he was a master of invective, satire, and humor. Mencken delighted in skewering the foibles of his time, and he did so with a wit and ferocity that has rarely been equaled.

Mencken Chrestomathy

by H.L. Mencken

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Language	:	English
File size	:	1930 KB
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Print length	:	647 pages

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This chrestomathy is a selection of Mencken's best work. It includes some of his most famous essays, such as "The American Language" and "The National Letters," as well as a generous selection of his shorter pieces, including reviews, columns, and poems.

Mencken's writing is still relevant today, even though the world he wrote about has changed dramatically. His insights into human nature are timeless, and his wit is as sharp as ever. This chrestomathy is a must-have for any fan of Mencken or American literature.

Table of Contents

• by Terry Teachout
• Autobiographical
• The American Language
• The National Letters
• Prejudices: First Series
• Prejudices: Second Series
• Prejudices: Third Series
• Prejudices: Fourth Series
• Prejudices: Fifth Series
• Prejudices: Sixth Series
• A Mencken Chrestomathy
• The Vintage Mencken
• The Collected H.L. Mencken

Praise for Mencken Chrestomathy

"Mencken was one of the most brilliant and influential writers of the 20th century. This chrestomathy is a must-have for any fan of his work."—The New York Times

"Mencken was a master of invective, satire, and humor. This chrestomathy is a great way to sample his best work."—The Washington Post

"Mencken's writing is still relevant today. This chrestomathy is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American literature."—The Library Journal

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Mencken Chrestomathy

by H.L. Mencken

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1930 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	647 pages

FREE