Ring Lardner

Ring Lardner was an American sportswriter and author born on March 6, 1885, in Niles, Michigan. He is best known for his sharp wit and keen observations of American life in the early 20th century. Lardner's writing often blended humor with a critical eye on the world of sports, making him a beloved figure among readers who appreciate a good laugh intertwined with insightful commentary. His unique style, characterized by conversational prose and the use of dialect, allows readers to feel a personal connection to his characters and stories.

Throughout his career, Lardner contributed to various publications, including the Chicago Tribune and The Saturday Evening Post, showcasing his talent for storytelling beyond the realm of sports. His most famous works, such as "You Know Me Al," highlight the everyday experiences and thoughts of ordinary people, revealing the complexities of life through a humorous lens. We invite you to delve into Ring Lardner's works in the app and discover the charm and wit that continue to resonate with readers today.

Gullible's Travels, Etc.

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Humorous stories of social climbing in America's "classless" society. - Summary by Winston Tharp

You Know Me Al

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Big, fat, dumb, lazy, vain, headstrong and cheap, Jack Keefe is a journeyman pitcher with the Chicago White Sox in the rowdy days of the Dea…

How To Write Short Stories, with examples

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Here are 10 humorous short stories by Ring Lardner (March 5, 1885 – September 25, 1933), an American sports columnist and short-story writer…

A Visit From Young Gloom

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Ringgold Wilmer "Ring" Lardner was an American sports columnist and short story writer best known for his satirical writings about…

Bib Ballads

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Ring Lardner is a typical parent when his first child is born, full of wonder and the rest of the usual emotions as he watches his little so…

Welcome to Spring

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Ringgold Wilmer "Ring" Lardner was an American sports columnist and short story writer best known for his satirical writings about…

His Lady Friend

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This week's poem is taken from Ringgold Wilmer "Ring" Lardner's Bib Ballads book of poetry about his child. In his Forward he say…

His Memory

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 recordings of His Memory by Ring Lardner.This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 19, 2019. ------An…

Coming Home

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of Coming Home by Ring Lardner .This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 18, 2024. ----…