“The Real Dope” is a collection of humorous short stories by Ring Lardner, one of America's most celebrated satirists and short story writers. Lardner's sharp wit and keen observations of human nature are on full display in these tales, which capture the essence of early 20th-century American life. Illustrated by May Wilson Preston and M.L. Blumenthal, this edition brings a visual dimension to Lardner's already vivid prose. Known for his use of colloquial language and his ability to find humor in everyday situations, Lardner's work remains relevant and entertaining. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer to his work, “The Real Dope” offers a delightful glimpse into the world of a master storyteller.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.