Over The Plum-Pudding (1901)

Over The Plum-Pudding is a satirical novel written by John Kendrick Bangs and originally published in 1901. The story takes place during the Christmas season and follows the adventures of a group of characters who find themselves transported to a magical world after eating a plum pudding. The world they enter is a strange and fantastical place, filled with talking animals, mythical creatures, and other oddities. The main character, a man named Peter, becomes embroiled in a series of misadventures as he tries to navigate this new world and find his way back home. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including a talking turkey, a giant rabbit, and a group of mischievous fairies. As the story progresses, Peter and his companions must face a series of challenges and obstacles, including dangerous creatures and treacherous terrain. They also encounter a group of villains who are determined to thwart their efforts and keep them from returning home. Throughout the novel, Bangs uses humor and satire to poke fun at various aspects of society and culture, including the Christmas holiday itself. The book is a lighthearted and entertaining read that is sure to delight readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.