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What's Your Hurry? A Deck Full of Jokers by George Niblo is a playful and engaging collection of comedic stories and humorous sketches that reflect the lively world of vaudeville and early 20th-century theater. Known for his sharp wit and observational humor, Niblo brings to life a series of comic situations, often revolving around exaggerated characters and amusing misunderstandings. The book's title, A Deck Full of Jokers, plays on the idea of a colorful and unpredictable collection of personalities—just like the variety of characters that would have appeared on stage in vaudeville acts.The stories in this collection are characterized by their lighthearted, fast-paced nature, filled with wordplay, slapstick humor, and comical scenarios. Niblo, drawing on his experiences in the vaudeville circuit, presents a series of humorous anecdotes that showcase the chaos and comedic potential of life behind the scenes in the theater. From eccentric actors to bumbling stagehands, the book is a celebration of the kind of zany humor that could only exist in the unpredictable environment of live theater.