Coffee and Repartee

Name: Coffee and Repartee
Author: John Kendrick Bangs

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Can I read Coffee and Repartee in English as a learner?

Yes — read Coffee and Repartee by John Kendrick Bangs in English: the complete original text, with tap-to-translate on every word, audio narration, and saved vocabulary. Its CEFR level is C1. Start with a free sample.

CEFR level: C1
Length: 18 chapters
Format: The complete book

About this book

In a lively boarding house, a sharp-tongued group of gentlemen gather around breakfast, exchanging witty banter and probing each other's quirks—where umbrellas, rare books, and dry humor spark unexpected repartee.

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