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Fresh Every Hourdetailing the Adventures, Comic and Pathetic of One Jimmy Martin, Purveyor of Publicity, a Young Gentleman Possessing Sublime Nerve, Whimsical Imagination, Colossal Impudence, and, Withal, the Heart of a Child.

1922

John Peter Toohey

Fresh Every Hourdetailing the Adventures, Comic and Pathetic of One Jimmy Martin, Purveyor of Publicity, a Young Gentleman Possessing Sublime Nerve, Whimsical Imagination, Colossal Impudence, and, Withal, the Heart of a Child.

Fresh Every Hourdetailing the Adventures, Comic and Pathetic of One Jimmy Martin, Purveyor of Publicity, a Young Gentleman Possessing Sublime Nerve, Whimsical Imagination, Colossal Impudence, and, Withal, the Heart of a Child.

John Peter Toohey

1922

American Literature, Humour, Novels

A comedic novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Jimmy Martin, a press agent working in a summer amusement park called Jollyland, where he finds himself entangled in a mix of whimsical and chaotic events, particularly surrounding the enchanting Lolita Murphy, an aspiring actress determined to achieve fame. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Jimmy Martin, a charismatic and unconventional press agent whose emotions are stirred when he encounters the beautiful Lolita Murphy. As he navigates his role at Jollyland, Jimmy grapples with his ambitions for Lolita while managing riotous situations, including putting on dramatic shows and dealing with unexpected challenges from their surroundings, including a troublesome park audience and the eccentricities of fellow performers. The opening sets a lighthearted and adventurous tone, promising readers an entertaining exploration of ambition, romance, and the allure of show business during the summer season.

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Fresh Every Hourdetailing the Adventures, Comic and Pathetic of One Jimmy Martin, Purveyor of Publicity, a Young Gentleman Possessing Sublime Nerve, Whimsical Imagination, Colossal Impudence, and, Withal, the Heart of a Child.
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