Comic History of the United States
Bill Nye, one of the most popular American humorists of his day, retells the history of the United States from Columbus onward in this book of 1894, illustrated by the cartoonist Frederick Opper. Nye's preface explains that facts are only the skeleton of history and need clothing, and he supplies it with deadpan asides, absurd comparisons and mock examination questions. The Pilgrims, the Dutch of New Amsterdam, George Washington and Benjamin Franklin all receive the same irreverent treatment. Some of the jokes belong firmly to the 1890s, but the book shows how a generation of readers liked to laugh at its own national legends. It is available to read online in your browser on Vinteuil, and the first chapter is free.
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Frequently asked questions about Comic History of the United States
Comic History of the United States by Bill Nye can be read online on Vinteuil, directly in your browser. The first chapter is free for everyone; the complete book is included in Vinteuil Reading ($4.99/month or $39.99/year) or yours forever for $2.99.
Can I read Comic History of the United States online?
Yes. Comic History of the United States opens right on this page, in a reader designed for long reading: adjustable text size, light, sepia and dark themes, a clickable table of contents and your place saved when you are signed in. No download or app is needed.
Is Comic History of the United States free to read on Vinteuil?
The first chapter of Comic History of the United States is free, without an account. To read the whole book, either buy its online reading for $2.99 (£2.99 in the UK) and keep it forever, or subscribe to Vinteuil Reading for $4.99/month (£4.99/month in the UK) or $39.99/year, with 1 month free for new subscribers. The subscription opens every book in the library and can be cancelled at any time.
Is Comic History of the United States in the public domain?
Yes. Comic History of the United States by Bill Nye is a public-domain work. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
How long does it take to read Comic History of the United States?
About 3 h 42 min of reading, at an average reading pace. Your place is saved automatically when you are signed in, so you can read in several sittings and on several devices.
What kind of book is Comic History of the United States?
Comic History of the United States by Bill Nye is filed under "History" in the Vinteuil library.
