We Didn't Do Anything Wrong, Hardly By: Roger Kuykendall
In "We Didn't Do Anything Wrong, Hardly" by Roger Kuykendall, readers are taken on a captivating journey filled with humor, relatability, and a strong sense of nostalgia. Through his collection of short stories, the author masterfully combines wit, real-life experiences, and clever insights, creating a book that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. One of the book's standout features is Kuykendall's ability to capture the essence of everyday life and translate it into relatable anecdotes. He effortlessly weaves common experiences, such as family vacations, school days, and awkward teenage encounters, into narratives that instantly transport readers back to their own memories. The author's keen sense of observation and attention to detail provide a realistic touch to each story, making them feel genuine and heartfelt. The true strength of this collection lies in Kuykendall's witty writing style. His humor is cleverly woven throughout each tale, often leaving readers chuckling or outright laughing. The author's ability to find humor in even the most mundane situations is commendable, showcasing his talent for pinpointing the hilarity in everyday life. From comical misunderstandings to light-hearted sarcasm, the book consistently delivers on its promise of providing a good laugh. Furthermore, "We Didn't Do Anything Wrong, Hardly" succeeds in exploring broader themes that resonate with readers universally. Beneath the laughter, Kuykendall delves into life's complexities, touching on topics such as love, family dynamics, and the journey of self-discovery. These underlying themes add depth to the book, offering readers more than just comedy and nostalgia. While the collection is largely enjoyable, it does have a few shortcomings. Some stories feel slightly repetitive in terms of themes and settings, and a few of the conclusions could have been more satisfyingly resolved. Nonetheless, these minor weaknesses do not detract significantly from the overall reading experience. In conclusion, "We Didn't Do Anything Wrong, Hardly" is a highly entertaining and engrossing collection of stories that will resonate with a wide range of readers. Kuykendall's ability to capture the humor in everyday situations is remarkable, and his writing style is engaging from start to finish. Whether you're looking for a lighthearted read or a trip down memory lane, this book is an excellent choice. First Page: WE DIDN'T DO ANYTHING WRONG, HARDLY By ROGER KUYKENDALL Illustrated by Freas [Transcriber's Note: This etext was produced from Astounding Science Fiction May 1959. Extensive research did not uncover any evidence that the U.S. copyright on this publication was renewed.] After all they only borrowed it a little while, just to fix it I mean, it isn't like we swiped anything. We maybe borrowed a couple of things, like. But, gee, we put everything back like we found it, pretty near. Even like the compressor we got from Stinky Brinker that his old man wasn't using and I traded my outboard motor for, my old m ... my father made me trade back. But it was like Skinny said ... You know, Skinny. Skinny Thompson. He's the one you guys keep calling the boy genius, but shucks, he's no ... Well, yeah, it's like Skinny said, we didn't need an outboard motor, and we did need a compressor. You've got to have a compressor on a spaceship, everybody knows that. And that old compression chamber that old man ... I mean Mr. Fields let us use didn't have a compressor. Sure he said we could use it. Anyway he said we could play with it, and Skinny said we were going to make a spaceship out of it, and he said go ahead. Well, no, he didn't say it exactly like that... Continue reading book >>

We Didn't Do Anything Wrong, Hardly By: Roger Kuykendall

In "We Didn't Do Anything Wrong, Hardly" by Roger Kuykendall, readers are taken on a captivating journey filled with humor, relatability, and a strong sense of nostalgia. Through his collection of short stories, the author masterfully combines wit, real-life experiences, and clever insights, creating a book that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.

One of the book's standout features is Kuykendall's ability to capture the essence of everyday life and translate it into relatable anecdotes. He effortlessly weaves common experiences, such as family vacations, school days, and awkward teenage encounters, into narratives that instantly transport readers back to their own memories. The author's keen sense of observation and attention to detail provide a realistic touch to each story, making them feel genuine and heartfelt.

The true strength of this collection lies in Kuykendall's witty writing style. His humor is cleverly woven throughout each tale, often leaving readers chuckling or outright laughing. The author's ability to find humor in even the most mundane situations is commendable, showcasing his talent for pinpointing the hilarity in everyday life. From comical misunderstandings to light-hearted sarcasm, the book consistently delivers on its promise of providing a good laugh.

Furthermore, "We Didn't Do Anything Wrong, Hardly" succeeds in exploring broader themes that resonate with readers universally. Beneath the laughter, Kuykendall delves into life's complexities, touching on topics such as love, family dynamics, and the journey of self-discovery. These underlying themes add depth to the book, offering readers more than just comedy and nostalgia.

While the collection is largely enjoyable, it does have a few shortcomings. Some stories feel slightly repetitive in terms of themes and settings, and a few of the conclusions could have been more satisfyingly resolved. Nonetheless, these minor weaknesses do not detract significantly from the overall reading experience.

In conclusion, "We Didn't Do Anything Wrong, Hardly" is a highly entertaining and engrossing collection of stories that will resonate with a wide range of readers. Kuykendall's ability to capture the humor in everyday situations is remarkable, and his writing style is engaging from start to finish. Whether you're looking for a lighthearted read or a trip down memory lane, this book is an excellent choice.

First Page:

WE DIDN'T DO ANYTHING WRONG, HARDLY

By ROGER KUYKENDALL

Illustrated by Freas

[Transcriber's Note: This etext was produced from Astounding Science Fiction May 1959. Extensive research did not uncover any evidence that the U.S. copyright on this publication was renewed.]

After all they only borrowed it a little while, just to fix it

I mean, it isn't like we swiped anything. We maybe borrowed a couple of things, like. But, gee, we put everything back like we found it, pretty near.

Even like the compressor we got from Stinky Brinker that his old man wasn't using and I traded my outboard motor for, my old m ... my father made me trade back. But it was like Skinny said ... You know, Skinny. Skinny Thompson. He's the one you guys keep calling the boy genius, but shucks, he's no ...

Well, yeah, it's like Skinny said, we didn't need an outboard motor, and we did need a compressor. You've got to have a compressor on a spaceship, everybody knows that. And that old compression chamber that old man ... I mean Mr. Fields let us use didn't have a compressor.

Sure he said we could use it. Anyway he said we could play with it, and Skinny said we were going to make a spaceship out of it, and he said go ahead.

Well, no, he didn't say it exactly like that... Continue reading book >>

Genres for this book
Fiction
Humor
Science
Short stories

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