About this book
Over the Plum Pudding by John Kendrick Bangs invites listeners into a witty, turn-of-the-century collection where ghostly mischief, Christmas charm, and sharp social satire collide. John Kendrick Bangs, a leading humorist of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, delivers twelve short stories that mix supernatural setups with playful dialogue and ironic observation.
These tales range from light-hearted hauntings and Christmas vignettes to whimsical parodies of literary life, all written in the urbane, conversational style that inspired the term "Bangsian" for afterlife whimsy. Without giving anything away, the stories reveal the era’s tastes—bright repartee, moral quips, and gentle lampooning of society—while showcasing Bangs’s gift for comic timing and imaginative premises. Readers will hear lively characters, clever twists, and an undercurrent of warmth beneath the satire.
Perfect for fans of classic humor, short fiction, and vintage ghost stories, this audiobook is ideal for anyone who enjoys period comedy, holiday readings with a twist, or brisk, entertaining literary short stories. Listen for clever narration, cozy spookiness, and timeless wit that still amuses today.
