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Ring Lardner
Ring Lardner, born on March 6, 1885, in Niles, Michigan, was an American sports columnist, short story writer, and humorist whose sharp wit and keen observations left an indelible ...view moreRing Lardner, born on March 6, 1885, in Niles, Michigan, was an American sports columnist, short story writer, and humorist whose sharp wit and keen observations left an indelible mark on American literature. Lardner's career began in journalism, where his incisive sports writing gained him widespread acclaim. However, it was his transition to fiction that cemented his legacy.
Lardner's stories often explored the lives of ordinary Americans, capturing the vernacular and idiosyncrasies of his characters with unparalleled authenticity. His most famous works, such as "You Know Me Al," a series of letters from a naive baseball player, showcased his ability to blend humor with poignant social commentary. Lardner's writing style, characterized by its colloquial language and satirical edge, influenced a generation of writers, including F. Scott Fitzgerald and Ernest Hemingway, who admired his unflinching portrayal of human folly.
Despite his success, Lardner's career was not without controversy. His biting critiques of American society and the sports world often ruffled feathers, and his satirical approach sometimes led to misunderstandings about his intentions. Nevertheless, his work remains a testament to his revolutionary ideas about the intersection of sports, culture, and identity.
Lardner's influence extended beyond literature; he was a pioneer in using the American vernacular in fiction, paving the way for future writers to explore the richness of everyday speech. His legacy endures as a master storyteller who captured the essence of early 20th-century America with humor, empathy, and a critical eye. Ring Lardner passed away on September 25, 1933, but his contributions to American literature continue to resonate with readers and writers alike.view less
Books by Ring Lardner
7 best short stories by Ring Lardner How to Write Short Stories - With Samples Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratings3 books to know Boxing Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsYou Know Me Al Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsI'd Hate Myself in the Morning: A Memoir Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsAlibii Ike & Other Short Stories Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/57 best short stories - Boxing Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsBib Ballads Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsTreat 'em Rough, Letters from Jack the Kaiser Killer Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Gullible's Travels etc. Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Treat 'em Rough: Letters from Jack the Kaiser Killer Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratings
Audiobooks by Ring Lardner
Travel Tales Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsAn Anthology of Humorous Stories Rating: 2 out of 5 stars2/5Hollywood Double Bill - Double Indemnity & Alibi Ike Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsBib Ballads Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsModernist Short Stories: The literary movement influenced by sources such as Nietzsche, Darwin & Einstein Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Top 10 Short Stories - The 1920's - The Americans: The top ten short stories written in the 1920s by authors from America Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsClassic Love - Short Stories: Some of histories greatest love stories, happy, sad or both. Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsGullible's Travels, Etc. Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsYou Know Me Al Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsStories To Make You Laugh: The best medicine… Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsThe American Short Story - Volume 7: A Chronological History - Volume 7 Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratings