Dorothy Parker

Now available as a stand-alone edition, the famous humorist's second collection of poetry ranges from lighthearted self-deprecation to gleefully acid-tongued satire and dark comedy. One of the Jazz Age's most beloved poets, Dorothy Parker earned her reputation as the wittiest woman in America with her popular light verse, which was regularly published in Vanity Fair, Life, and The New Yorker. Her debut poetry collection, Enough Rope, was a runaway bestseller, and she followed it up in 1928 with the equally delightful collection Sunset Gun. The poems gathered here range from barbed satires to light-hearted laments, all laced with Parker's unmistakable sense of humor, one that manages to be both cynical and sparkling. Thought for a Sunshiny MorningIt costs me never a stab nor squirm To tread by chance upon a worm." Aha, my little dear," I say, "Your clan will pay me back some day."

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Dorothy Parker's literary prowess reveals a razor-sharp wit in this original collection of twelve short stories, published between 1922 and 1927 in the top literary magazines of the day, including The Smart Set, The New Yorker, and The New Republic. These superbly crafted satirical stories, rich with keen insights into human nature, illuminate the pretentious absurdities within relationships between men and women -- in and outside of marriage, the politics of patriarchy and power, the subordination of women, and observations of class and race. An excellent sampling of Parker's acerbity rooted in an intimate realism and subtle feminism, this collection of early works features some of Parker's best-known tales, including "Arrangement in Black and White," "Mr. Durant," "Such a Pretty Little Picture," and "The Last Tea."

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Little Clothbound Classics: irresistible, mini editions of short stories, novellas and essays from the world's greatest writers, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith. 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'.'She has fascinated generations with her wit, flair and talent' The New York Review of Books

Renowned for her acerbic wit, cynicism, and satirical humor, Dorothy Parker skewered the pretensions of everyday life and clich d relations between men and women in her debut poetry collection, published in 1926. Originally printed in Vanity Fair, The New Yorker, and Life magazine, her early poems were a runaway success with the young, liberated women of the Jazz Age. Notable for their lighthearted, clever verse and razor-sharp quips, the selections include "A Well-Worn Story," "Godspeed," "News Item," "R sum ," "The False Friends," "Verse for a Certain Dog," and many others. Once known as "the wittiest woman in America," Parker was a founding member of the Algonquin Round Table and the Screen Writers Guild.

Self-depricating, bitingly satirical, and surprisingly thought-provoking, Dorothy Parker's first collection of poetry comments on love and the relations between men and women with quick wit and lyrical verse. First published as a collection in 1926, the poetry featured in Enough Rope reflects the famous wit that Dorothy Parker is so widely loved for. A founding member of the Algonquin Round Table writers' group, Parker often presents a cynical analysis of love, which entertains as much as her verse captivates. This volume features many of Parker's best-known poetry, including: -'Threnody' - 'The Small Hours' - 'The False Friends' - 'The Trifler' - 'A Very Short Song' - 'A Well-Worn Story' - 'Convalescent' - 'The Dark Girl's Rhyme' Specialist poetry imprint Ragged Hand has proudly republished Enough Rope in this beautiful new volume and will make the perfect addition to the bookshelves of Dorothy Parker fans and those interested in Jazz Age poetry.

Livets nedrigheter, kärlekssorg och dödslängtan, sällan har det existentiella tungsinnet förvaltats med sådan lätthet och elegans som i Dorothy Parkers ­poesi. På ömsom jazzande, ömsom raglande versfötter dansar sig dikterna genom den unga 1920-talsflapperns värld av flirtig frimodighet och fräck frispråkighet. Champagnen, älskarna, livslögnerna – ­ingenting undgår Parkers skarpa blick, en blick som kan tåras eller mörkna utan att glimten i ögat någonsin slocknar. Denna tvåspråkiga utgåva innehåller ett trettiotal av Parkers mest älskade och välkända dikter, tolkade av poeten Isabella Nilsson, som sin poetik trogen har låtit översättningen ta formen av ett fritt och förtroligt samtal med de engelskspråkiga originalen.

In "Men I'm Not Married To," Dorothy Parker offers a sharp, witty collection of essays and character sketches that explore the complexities of love, desire, and disillusionment through her incisive lens. Known for her acerbic humor and keen observations of the societal norms of her time, Parker employs a conversational yet poignant literary style, weaving personal anecdotes with broader social critiques. This work emerges from the early 20th century, a pivotal era in American literature marked by a burgeoning feminism and shifting gender dynamics, which Parker critiques with a blend of irony and authenticity. Dorothy Parker, a prominent member of the Algonquin Round Table, was known for her biting wit and advocacy for women's rights, often reflecting her personal experiences with romance and disappointment. Her own tumultuous relationships and her struggles within the patriarchal society profoundly influenced her writing. Parker's work not only illuminates her individual concerns but also resonates with the broader existential questions of her generation, establishing her as a significant voice in American literature. "Men I'm Not Married To" is an essential read for those who appreciate humor laced with wisdom. Parker's insightful commentary on relationships remains relevant, inviting readers to reflect on the intricacies of human connections, making this collection a timeless exploration of love's transient nature.

On its publication in 1926, Enough Rope-Dorothy Parker's debut collection of poems-was an instant bestseller and established her as the wittiest woman in America. Full of cynical humor, lighthearted wisecracks, and hilarious satire, her poems mercilessly skewer sentimentality and provide rapier sharp commentary on everything from friendship and love to aging and death with sparkling burlesque. This Warbler Classics edition includes an extensive, detailed biographical timeline.

A Vintage Classics reissue of the famous humorist's debut collection--a runaway bestseller in 1926--not otherwise in print as a stand-alone edition. 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 clich s about the relations between men and women. Unfortunate CoincidenceBy 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

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

'She felt a cozy solidarity with the big company of the voluntary dead.'Wise-cracking and heartbreaking, these tales of women on the edge by the legendary wit Dorothy Parker show the darkness beneath the surface of the Jazz Age. Penguin Modern: fifty new books celebrating the pioneering spirit of the iconic Penguin Modern Classics series, with each one offering a concentrated hit of its contemporary, international flavour. Here are authors ranging from Kathy Acker to James Baldwin, Truman Capote to Stanislaw Lem and George Orwell to Shirley Jackson; essays radical and inspiring; poems moving and disturbing; stories surreal and fabulous; taking us from the deep South to modern Japan, New York's underground scene to the farthest reaches of outer space.