New Releases by Dorothy Parker

In Just a Little One, Dorothy Parker distills a lifetime of wit, despair, and defiance into a single, unsteady cocktail-hour monologue. A woman, armed with charm and self-deprecation, insists she's "not really drinking", as her voice wavers between irony and heartbreak. Beneath the sparkling surface of repartee, Parker exposes the loneliness of modern urban life and the tragicomedy of self-awareness. This miniature masterpiece captures her gift for compressing a social world--its manners, hypocrisies, and private humiliations--into a single, devastating confession.

Explore the humorous side of relationships with "Men I'm Not Married To, with Women I'm Not Married To," a collection of witty essays by Dorothy Parker and Franklin Pierce Adams. This volume offers a satirical look at the complexities of human connection, dissecting the dynamics between men and women with sharp wit and insightful observations. Delving into the world of courtship, companionship, and the ever-elusive ideal partner, these essays provide a timeless commentary on the joys and tribulations of navigating the social landscape. Parker and Adams' work offers a delightful blend of humor and social commentary, making it an enduring reflection on the search for love and understanding. A carefully prepared republication of this classic work, inviting readers to enjoy these humorous reflections on men, women, and the relationships between them. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

An irresistible hardcover collection of the famous humorist’s poems that range from lighthearted satire to gleeful 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 in 1926, and she followed it up in 1928 with the equally delightful collection Sunset Gun. The poems gathered here range from barbed satires to lighthearted laments, all laced with Parker’s unmistakable sense of humor, one that manages to be both cynical and sparkling. Everyman's Library's Pocket Poets are pocket-sized hardcovers that feature acid-free cream-colored paper bound in a full-cloth case with two-color foil stamping, decorative endpapers, a silk ribbon marker, a European-style half-round spine, and a full-color illustrated jacket.

Dorothy Parker, Frank Crowninshield, and George Shepard Chappell's 'High Society' is a satirical guidebook to the absurdities of American upper-class life in the 1920s. Full of witty observations and hilarious anecdotes, the book skewers the pretensions and excesses of the rich and powerful. This is a book that will make you laugh out loud and cringe at the same time. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

In 'The Collected Stories of Dorothy Parker,' readers are presented with a masterful compendium of tales that encapsulate the wit, sarcasm, and keen observations of early 20th-century society. Parker's literary style is characterized by her sharp dialogue and poignant insights into the lives of her characters, often exposing the complexities of love, loss, and the existential struggles of the American experience. Set against the backdrop of the Jazz Age, these stories reflect the cultural shifts of the 1920s and 1930s, delivering a potent cocktail of humor and melancholy that remains strikingly relevant to contemporary audiences. Dorothy Parker, an influential member of the Algonquin Round Table, was known for her brilliant commentary on social norms and gender roles. Her experiences as a journalist, critic, and poet undoubtedly informed her fiction, enabling her to weave compelling narratives that challenge societal expectations. Driven by her own tumultuous personal life and a fierce intellect, Parker crafted stories that resonated with the discontent and aspirations of her era, establishing her as a literary icon. For readers seeking a rich literary experience infused with both humor and heartfelt depth, 'The Collected Stories of Dorothy Parker' is an essential addition to any bookshelf. Parker's unparalleled voice offers profound commentary on the human condition, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of life with both laughter and introspection.

A re-publication of DOrtothy Parker'spoems in Enough Rope

Entre lassitude et neurasthénie, ironie et fausse douceur féminine, les nouvelles de Dorothy Parker narre avec causticité des tranches de vie quotidiennes. Un vrai régal. " Je suis le seul être vivant réveillé pendant que le reste de l'humanité est en train de dormir ", constate la narratrice d'Heures blêmes, première nouvelle du livre. D'emblée, l'auteur donne le la : ses monologues et pas de deux oscillent entre ivresse et neurasthénie. Belle, célèbre, puis oubliée, Dorothy Parker (1893-1967) n'ignore rien des "petites ironies de la vie". En quatre, dix pages ou quelques mots, ses personnages deviennent plus réels que votre voisine de palier ; on n'est pas près d'oublier Madge et Annabel, qui jouent à "et si un millionnaire nous léguait un million de dollars ?", ni Lolita, morne fille d'une mère survoltée, que Miss Parker décrit ainsi : " À chaque fois que Madame Ewing entrait quelque part, toute tranquillité paraissait déserter la pièce. "

In her sharp-witted collection, "Men I'm Not Married To," Dorothy Parker presents readers with an incisive exploration of romance, relationships, and the complexities inherent in the lives of modern women during the early 20th century. With her signature blend of humor and poignancy, Parker employs a variety of literary formats, including essays, anecdotes, and poetry, to dissect the societal norms surrounding love and marriage. Richly layered with irony, the collection reflects the disillusionment of the Jazz Age, engaging with themes of desire, independence, and the often comical absurdities of courting rituals, all rendered in Parker's trademark style of succinct prose and clever wordplay. Dorothy Parker, a prominent figure of the Algonquin Round Table and a key voice of the Lost Generation, drew upon her own experiences and observations to craft this work. Having navigated a world of tumultuous relationships, both personal and professional, Parker's unique perspective illuminates her writings, making them profoundly relatable to readers facing similar dilemmas. Her background in journalism and drama further enriched the vibrant imagery and sharp dialogues found in this collection. "Men I'm Not Married To" is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the intricacies of human relationships or the landscape of early 20th-century feminism. Parker's delightful wit and astute observations encourage reflection on the nature of love, prompting readers to appreciate the humor that can be found even in life's most challenging moments.

Noveller. These tales of women on the edge show the darkness beneath the surface of the Jazz Age

Best remembered as a member of the Algonquin Round Table, the fabled Jazz Age literay coterie, Dorothy Parker built a reputations as one of the era's most beloved poets. Parker's satirical wit and sharp-edged humour earned her a reputation as the wittiest woman in America. This Penguin Classics edition of her poetry - the companion to Parker's Complete Stories and introduced by her noted biographer, Marion Meade - is the only complete collection available, showcasing the dry quips and piercingly introspective verse of a writer whose legend continues to fascinate. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

"Dorothy Parker collected most of her verse in three compilations from 1926-31, but some of her most entertaining and heartbreaking work was unknown to the general public until 1996, when Stuart Y. Silverstein collected 121 of Mrs. Parker's "lost" poems and free verses in Not Much Fun. Now Mr. Silverstein has added several previously un-collected items, and has expanded his critically acclaimed introduction, in this revised and updated edition ofNot Much Fun." "The heretofore "lost" poem reproduced here was likely typed by Dorothy Parker herself - note the four typographical errors - after her affair with the philandering reporter Charles MacArthur. The original typescript is preserved in the archives of the Special Collections of the Fales Library of New York University." --Book Jacket.

The blackly comic play about the oppressed lives of women in 1950s New York One of literature's leading humorists, Dorothy Parker drew from the dark side of her imagination to pen The Ladies of the Corridor, a searing drama about women living on their own in a New York residence hotel. Loosely based on Parker's life, and co-written with famed Hollywood playwright Arnaud d'Usseau, The Ladies of the Corridor exposes the limitations of a woman's life in a drama teeming with Parker's signature wit. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

Célébrée pour son humour et son extraordinaire sens de l'observation, Dorothy Parker a laissé une œuvre dans laquelle les petits ratés de la vie de couple prennent souvent l'allure d'une comédie désopilante. Qu'il s'agisse de cette amoureuse, tremblante à côté d'un téléphone qui ne sonnera pas ou de cette ex-reine de beauté qui cherche à prolonger ses illusions par un whisky sans glace, chacun des personnages de ce recueil de nouvelles devient attachant parce qu'il nous ressemble. Pour reprendre le mot d'Edmund Wilson, les écrits de Dorothy Parker nous renvoient l'écho d'une voix à nulle autre semblable. Ecoutons-la nous parler de nous.

Using selected and arranged passages Barry Day tells the life of Dorothy Parker.

During the early years of her literary career Dorothy Parker wrote more than 300 poems and verses for a variety of popular magazines and newspapers. Many of these were collected in three volumes of poetry. It is the remainder, which she failed to collect and whose very existence has been unkown to most people for more than half a century, that comprise this volume.

Stories in the Travelman Short Stories series take the reader to places of mystery, fantasy, horror, romance, and corners of the universe yet unexplored. In turn, readers take them on the bus or subway, slip them into briefcases and lunchboxes, and send them from Jersey to Juneau. Each classic or original short story is printed on one sheet of paper and folded like a map. This makes it simple to read while commuting, convenient to carry when not, and easy to give or send to a friend. A paper envelope is provided for mailing or gift-giving, and both are packaged in a clear plastic envelope for display. The cost is not much more than a greeting card.

Dorothy Parker's quips and light verse have become part of the American literary landscape, but, as this collection of her complete short stories demonstrates, Parker's talents extended far beyond brash one-liners and clever rhymes. Her stories not only bring to life the urban milieu that was her bailiwick but lay bare the uncertainties and disappointments of ordinary people living ordinary lives.

A collection of short stories by a writer better known for her verse, stories that explore the cruel xuperficialities of social behavior and the heartbreak of failed love.

"Dorothy Parker was the most famous of the legendary group of humorists who met for luncheon at the Algonquin Hotel, New York, during the heyday of the nineteen-twenties. Mistress of the wisecrack and back-handed compliment, her trenchant satire owes much to her deep understanding of life and tender humour, and she remains one of the most quotable authors of the twentieth century. ..."--Back cover.