A pickle for the knowing ones, or, Plain truths in a homespun dress
Book • 1802
Timothy Dexter's "A Pickle for the Knowing Ones, or Plain Truths in a Homespun Dress" is an eccentric autobiography notable for its complete lack of punctuation and unconventional capitalization.
Published in 1802, it reflects Dexter's unconventional life and business practices.
The book's chaotic style, far from hindering its success, contributed to its popularity, leading to multiple printings.
Dexter's later addition of a separate page of punctuation marks for readers to use as they saw fit further highlights the book's unique nature.
The book remains a curious example of a successful publication defying conventional grammatical rules.
Published in 1802, it reflects Dexter's unconventional life and business practices.
The book's chaotic style, far from hindering its success, contributed to its popularity, leading to multiple printings.
Dexter's later addition of a separate page of punctuation marks for readers to use as they saw fit further highlights the book's unique nature.
The book remains a curious example of a successful publication defying conventional grammatical rules.
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