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A Plea for Old Cap Collier

Irvin S. (Irvin Shrewsbury) Cobb

FormatEbook
Published1999
Words7,941
LanguageEnglish
ReadingIncluded
About this book
An essay by American humorist Irvin S. Cobb defending the dime novels of his youth, especially the detective series featuring the character Old Cap Collier. It suits readers interested in the history of American popular fiction and in nostalgic literary essays.

Irvin S. (Irvin Shrewsbury) Cobb

Irvin S. Cobb (1876–1944) was an American journalist, humorist, and author known for his witty short stories and essays. He is particularly remembered for his "Judge Priest" tales set in his native Kentucky.

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