George Ade's greatest recognition came with Fables in Slang (1899), a national best-seller that was followed by a weekly syndicated fable and by 11 other books of fables.

This volume presents 182 of the most interesting and informative letters from the thousands of extant pieces of his correspondence in scores of collections scattered throughout the United States.

George Ade has aptly been dubbed the Neil Simon of his day. This representative collection, the first in forty years, reveals AdeÕs originality and universality, his ear for the vernacular and rhythms of speech, and his satiric sparkle.

He wrote the column, Stories of the Streets and of the Town. In the column, which McCutcheon illustrated, George Ade illustrated Chicago life.

Celebrated, turn-of-the-20th century American playwright George Ade's two-volume set includes 14 plays and two silent film screen plays - many never before published.

This collection of sketches reflects the literary realism of the time while also incorporating elements of social commentary and comedy.

George Ade's 'More Fables' is a collection of satirical and humorous short stories that explore the complexities of human behavior and society.

In all the Country around there was not a Man who came up to her Plans and Specifications for a Husband.