By: Logan Pearsall Smith (1865-1946)
Logan Pearsall Smith's collections of trivia are a delight for anyone who loves random facts and tidbits of information. The two volumes, Trivia (1917) and More Trivia (1921), are filled with anecdotes, quotations, and obscure facts from a wide range of subjects.
Smith's writing is witty and engaging, making these books a fun and entertaining read. Each entry is concise and well-written, making it easy to dip in and out of the books at your leisure. The author's passion for knowledge and his love of language shine through in every page.
Readers who enjoy trivia or simply want to expand their knowledge will find these books both informative and enjoyable. Smith's writing style is charming and accessible, making this a perfect book to have on hand for moments when you want to learn something new or to simply be entertained. Book Description: Logan Pearsall Smith was an American-born British essayist who was known for his epigrams and aphorisms, often humorous. This recording is of two of his collections of these bon mots. For example: “These pieces of moral prose have been written, dear Reader, by a large Carnivorous Mammal, belonging to that suborder of the Animal Kingdom which includes also the Orang-outang, the tusked Gorilla, the Baboon with his bright blue and scarlet bottom, and the long-eared Chimpanzee.”
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