Fables in Slang

Fables in Slang, published in 1899 by George Ade, is a collection of 26 satirical stories that critique various societal types, including phrenologists, idealists, and snobs. Written during Ade's time as a columnist for The Chicago Record, these humorous fables lampoon the ignorance and absurdities of the era, many of which remain relevant today. Ade's work is noted for influencing later humorists like James Thurber and Mike Royko, establishing a unique voice in American literature.