Books matching: highbrow comedy
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'The Annotated Lolita: Revised and Updated' by Vladimir Nabokov is a highly praised and annotated version of the classic novel 'Lolita'. The annotations in the book are described as tremendously helpful, providing insight into the allusions, echoes, and word plays within Nabokov's narrative. Readers mention that the book offers a sophisticated writing style with literary allusions, expansive vocabulary, and rare words, making it a pleasure to read for English buffs. Despite the controversial subject matter of the story, the book is noted for its poetic charm, highbrow comedy, and the clever portrayal of characters, especially the protagonist, Humbert Humbert.
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Save:The Class by Erich Segal seems to be a book that blends comedy and romance. It is described as having three relationships spaced out over the season, with a total of six people involved, not following a serial monogamist pattern. Some readers compare it to sitcoms and TV shows, mentioning it as the only great romcom sitcom in English they know of. The book is known for its engaging and fun storyline, making it a good choice for both reading assignments and leisure reading.
I thought the sparrow’s note from heaven, Singing at dawn on the alder bough; I brought him home, in his nest, at even; He sings the song, but it cheers not now, For I did not bring home the river and... - #3
Save:Flushboy by Stephen Graham Jones is a coming-of-age novel that follows a 16-year-old boy working at his dad's drive-through urinal, The Bladder Hut. The story delves into various teen issues, including parents' divorce, relationships, and self-discovery, all while maintaining a comedic and absurd tone. The writing style is a mix of humor, grossness, and sincerity, creating a unique and engaging narrative that explores the absurdity of teen life through the lens of a peculiar family business.
I come on at four, right after school, and tie my apron and lower my hairnet and get my goggles in place before rolling the gloves on. By the end of the night the pads of my fingers will be pruned fro...
