{"product_id":"1890-pecks-fun-by-george-w-peck-hardcover-illustrated-homewood-publishing-company","title":"1890, Peck's Fun by George W. Peck, Hardcover, Illustrated, Homewood Publishing Company","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:1em\"\u003eThis book, \"Peck's Fun,\" is a collection of humorous writings, sarcasm, wit, and pathos from the prolific pen of George W. Peck. The content reflects the popular humor of the late 19th century, often characterized by lighthearted mischief and observational comedy. Peck was renowned for his ability to capture the everyday absurdities and foibles of life, presenting them in an entertaining and accessible manner. The book's significance lies in its representation of American humor during this period, offering insights into the cultural sensibilities and comedic tastes of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:1em\"\u003eGeorge W. Peck (1840-1916) was a prominent American writer, newspaper editor, and politician. Born in New York, he spent most of his life in Wisconsin, where he became a well-known figure in journalism. He founded and edited several newspapers, including \"Peck's Sun,\" which became incredibly popular due to his humorous contributions. Peck is most famous for creating the character of \"Peck's Bad Boy,\" a mischievous young man whose pranks and adventures were serialized in his newspaper and later compiled into numerous books. Beyond his literary career, Peck also served as the Mayor of Milwaukee and as the 17th Governor of Wisconsin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:1em\"\u003eFor collectors, \"Peck's Fun\" is an interesting artifact of American literary and cultural history. It provides a window into the comedic stylings that entertained readers in the late 1800s and showcases the work of an author who was not only a successful humorist but also a significant political figure. The book's connection to the \"Peck's Bad Boy\" phenomenon, which was a major pop culture force from approximately 1880 to 1940, further enhances its appeal. Owning this collection allows a collector to possess a piece of the legacy of a writer whose work influenced popular entertainment and reflected the societal humor of his era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:1em\"\u003eThis book is in overall fair condition. The cloth boards are edgeworn and rubbed, with bumped corners. A portion of the back cover is missing and frayed. Please see the photos. The hinges and joints are starting. The text block and pages are lightly toned. The endpapers are fair, with an inscription dated 1902 and moderate toning. Some of the sewing is showing at the center of the book. Rare and hard to find book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:1em\"\u003eIllustrated edition. Hardcover. No dust jacket. Bound in cloth over boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:1em\"\u003eLocation: ABS-1-3-007\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Homewood Publishing Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42867355975778,"sku":"EN-05082026-192259","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1094\/6612\/files\/1778262386162-bhwjtykgbge-DSC03901_af837818-be40-4633-abc0-183cf5d17c3d.jpg?v=1778268252","url":"https:\/\/ebonnoir.com\/products\/1890-pecks-fun-by-george-w-peck-hardcover-illustrated-homewood-publishing-company","provider":"Ebon et Noir","version":"1.0","type":"link"}