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Fish Whistle: Commentaries, Uncommentaries, And Vulgar Excesses

In the tradition of James Thurber, this collection of 70 short humor pieces is sure to tickle funny bones across the country. Included are two previously published articles in addition to commentaries written originally for National Public Radio's "All Things Considered".

Subject
biography
Genre
humor
Setting
1980s
Audience
childrens
Length
short · 162 pages

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