Dorothy Parker Libros

A collection of stories and poems by the noted American humorist

One of the most quotable of twentieth-century authors, Dorothy Parker has attained a wide-ranging and enthusiastic following. This revised and enlarged edition, with an introduction by Brendan Gill, comprises the original 1944 Portable, as selected and arranged by Dorothy Parker herself and including all her most celebrated poems and stories, along with a selection of her later stories, play reviews, articles, book reviews from Esquire, and the complete Constant Reader, her collected New Yorker book reviews. - Back cover

"With a biting wit and perceptive insight, Dorothy Parker examines the social mores of her day and exposes the darkness beneath the dazzle." -- Provided by publisher.

Dorothy Parker's complete weekly contributions showcase her sharp wit and keen observations on life, society, and relationships. Through a collection of her writings, readers will experience her unique voice that blends humor with poignant commentary. The book captures the essence of her literary prowess and offers insights into the cultural landscape of her time, making it a significant addition to any literary collection. Parker's ability to tackle complex themes with brevity and style is a hallmark of her enduring legacy.

Dorothy Parker's wit and light verse are well-known, but this new collection of her complete short stories reveals her broader talents. Many stories, originally published in magazines, are included for the first time.

Featuring a blend of self-deprecation, satire, and dark comedy, this collection showcases the wit of one of the Jazz Age's most celebrated poets. Dorothy Parker, renowned for her sharp humor and keen observations, presents a variety of poems that capture both her cynical outlook and sparkling charm. Known for her contributions to major publications like Vanity Fair and The New Yorker, Parker's work continues to resonate, offering readers a delightful mix of light-hearted laments and acerbic commentary.

The collection showcases Dorothy Parker's wit through a range of poems that blend lighthearted satire and gleeful dark comedy. Renowned as one of the Jazz Age's most beloved poets, her work captures a unique humor that is both cynical and sparkling. This hardcover edition features her iconic verses, including selections from her bestselling collections, Enough Rope and Sunset Gun. The elegant design of the book enhances its appeal, making it a perfect addition for poetry lovers and fans of classic humor.

Dorothy Parker verkörpert alles, was man gemeinhin mit New York in Verbindung bringt: Rastlosigkeit und Moderne, Esprit und Erfolg, aber auch Härte, Grausamkeit und Einsamkeit. Dorothy Parker ist die New Yorker Schriftstellerin schlechthin. Dorothy Parkers Gedichte sind stets ein Zusammenspiel aus Witz und Melancholie, aus Trauer und Scherz, aus Pathos und Spott. Ebenso wie ihre Erzählungen zeichnet sich ihre Lyrik durch einen charakteristischen Mix aus Selbstmitleid und Zynismus aus. Ein Abgleiten in Kitsch vermeidet sie durch Schnoddrigkeit und Ironie.

Now available as a stand-alone edition, the famous humorist’s debut collection—a runaway bestseller in 1926—ranges from lighthearted self-deprecation to acid-tongued satire, all the while gleefully puncturing sentimental clichés about relations between men and women. Known as the wittiest woman in America and a founder of the fabled Algonquin Round Table, Dorothy Parker was also one of the Jazz Age’s most beloved poets. Her verbal dexterity and cynical humor were on full display in the many poems she published in Vanity Fair, The New Yorker, and Life and collected in her first book in 1926. The poems in Enough Rope range from lighthearted self-deprecation to acid-tongued satire, all the while gleefully puncturing sentimental clichés about the relations between men and women. Unfortunate Coincidence By the time you swear you’re his, Shivering and sighing, And he vows his passion is Infinite, undying— Lady, make a note of this: One of you is lying.

In Men I'm not Married To Dorothy Parker's famous wit is on full display as she describes nine men that she did not marry. Some of the descriptions are long and involved others are but a single line such as "Lloyd wears washable neckties." Delightful and funny!

Dorothy Parker was the most talked-about woman of the decadent 1920s, notorious as a hard-drinking bad girl with a talent for endlessly quotable one-liners. In the stories collected here, she brilliantly captures the spirit of the decadent Jazz Age in New York, exposing both the dazzle and the darkness. This selection includes among others 'The Standard of Living', 'Mr Durant' and her masterpiece, 'Big Blonde'.

Noveller. These tales of women on the edge show the darkness beneath the surface of the Jazz Age

This collection is a companion to the long-established and highly successful Modern Short Stories One and its essential aims are the same: to offer stories of high literary quality which, though written for adults, can be enjoyed and appreciated by adolescents. The fifteen stories included are by distinguished writers from Africa, America, Australia, India, Ireland, Italy and Great Britain; and within their artistic context several of them deal with the special personal and social concerns of society today.The collection includes stories by the likes of Dorothy Parker, Maeve Binchy, Garrison Keillor, Peter Carey, Flannery O'Connor and Nadine Gordimer.

Men I'm Not Married To; Women I'm Not Married To, has been considered important throughout human history. In an effort to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to secure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for both current and future generations. This complete book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not scans of the authors' original publications, the text is readable and clear.

Dorothy Parker, an influential American poet and satirist, is celebrated for her sharp wit and keen observations of 20th-century urban life. Based in New York, she crafted insightful critiques and humorous commentary that captured the essence of her era's social dynamics. Her legacy as a writer and critic reflects a unique blend of humor and depth, making her a prominent figure in American literature.

Featuring a captivating blend of light-hearted satire and dark comedy, this hardcover collection showcases the work of Dorothy Parker, a celebrated poet of the Jazz Age. Known for her sharp wit, Parker's poems were frequently published in prominent magazines like Vanity Fair and The New Yorker. Her first collection, Enough Rope, became a bestseller in 1926, followed by the equally charming Sunset Gun in 1928. This compilation highlights her unique voice and enduring legacy in American literature.

Set in a charming village near the Rhine River, this love story follows teenagers Elke Licht and Franz Albright as they navigate their feelings amidst the backdrop of their close-knit community. The narrative explores themes of young love, friendship, and the complexities of relationships in a picturesque yet challenging environment. As Elke and Franz confront their differences and the expectations of their peers, their journey reveals the transformative power of love in overcoming obstacles.

What can you say, when a man asks you to dance with him? I most certainly will not dance with you. I'll see you in hell first. Why, thank you, I'd like to awfully, but I'm having labor pains. Acerbic, pithy and vibrant, Dorothy Parker's writings capture the dizzying decadence of Jazz Age New York. Though Parker refuses to be swept along: she gleefully deconstructs its hypocrisy, prejudice and taboos with style and precision.

Seit ihrer Gründung 1953 schenkt uns die Paris Review unverzichtbare Konversationen mit den bedeutendsten Autorinnen und Autoren unserer Zeit. Das „größte der kleinen Literaturmagazine“ wurde von jungen amerikanischen Literaten auf der Rive Gauche gegründet und zog 1973 nach New York um. Neben den kunstvoll gefertigten Interviews ist die Paris Review bis heute eine wichtige Bühne für neue Talente. Unter anderen erschienen Philip Roth, V. S. Naipaul und A. S. Byatt erstmals in ihren Seiten. Im ersten Band: Dorothy Parker, Françoise Sagan, Truman Capote, Ernest Hemingway, Vladimir Nabokov, Kurt Vonnegut, Heinrich Böll, Philip Roth, Toni Morrison, Orhan Pamuk, Joan Didion und David Grossman.

Weitere unvergleichliche New Yorker Geschichten der brillanten Dorothy Parker.

Mehr New Yorker Geschichten von Dorothy Parker - scharfzünging und gesitreich wie immer.

Gekürzte Fassung) Treffsicher und bitterböse - wunderbar! Die Erzählungen einer sehr starken Frau aus einer Zeit, als Frauen noch schwach und hilfsbedürftig zu sein hatten. Dorothy Parker sagt die Wahrheit: über die Verlogenheit der Leute, die das Geld haben, über die Demütigung der Leute, die kein Geld haben, über die Hoffnung der Menschen, die sich nach Liebe sehnen, und über den Absturz der Menschen, die diese Liebe nicht bekommen.

Zehn ausgewählte Kurzgeschichten der ebenos scharfzüngigen wie geistreichen Dorothy Parker. Vor ihrer messerscharfer Beobachtungsgabe war niemand der New Yorker Gesellschaft sicher, weder die naiven Mädchen noch die verwöhnten Damen, die gleichgültigen Männer nicht und nicht die Emporkömmlinge. Mit treffender Ironie und beissendem Spott setzte sie ihnen ein Denkmal.

Dieser zweite Band von Parkers Gedichten enthält die Übertragungen ihrer verstreut publizierten, sogenannten »leichten Verse« – in Wahrheit Gedichte von kalkulierter und raffinierter Schlichtheit. Verblüffend ist die Aktualität vieler dieser rund hundert Jahre alten Gedichte, die jedoch keiner modernistischen Hermetik frönen, sondern alltagskulturelles Konversationsmaterial sind.Dorothy Parker kombiniert Schmalz und Schnoddrigkeit und erkundet die neuen Welten des frühen 20. Jahrhunderts aus der Sicht der berufstätigen Frau. Ihre Gedichte sind ein Zusammenspiel aus Melancholie und Witz, aus Trauer und Schmerz, aus Pathos und Spott.Und dann gibt es den realistischen Roman:Wenn sich der Autor mal auf richtige Action verlegt,Verschüttet eine Figur ihre Frühstücksflocken.Auf dem Höhepunkt des BuchsEntscheidet die Heldin, ihre alte Taftbluse umzuarbeiten.