Bright miscellany of jokes, stories, and quotations that smile back at life A lively collection that pairs humorous anecdotes with thoughtful reflections on what makes us laugh. From quick one‑liners to longer tales, this edition gathers wit, warmth, and a dose of whimsy to brighten any moment.
The book invites readers to explore how humor has been defined, debated, and enjoyed throughout history, all while delivering plenty of practical laughs. It reads as a friendly tour through classic jokes, clever observations, and entertaining vignettes designed for easy sharing and quick reads.
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This book was originally published prior to 1923, and represents a reproduction of an important historical work, maintaining the same format as the original work. While some publishers have opted to apply OCR (optical character recognition) technology to the process, we believe this leads to sub-optimal results (frequent typographical errors, strange characters and confusing formatting) and does not adequately preserve the historical character of the original artifact. We believe this work is culturally important in its original archival form. While we strive to adequately clean and digitally enhance the original work, there are occasionally instances where imperfections such as blurred or missing pages, poor pictures or errant marks may have been introduced due to either the quality of the original work or the scanning process itself. Despite these occasional imperfections, we have brought it back into print as part of our ongoing global book preservation commitment, providing customers with access to the best possible historical reprints. We appreciate your understanding of these occasional imperfections, and sincerely hope you enjoy seeing the book in a format as close as possible to that intended by the original publisher.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the fascinating history and enduring nature of humor. Drawing upon examples from literature, history, and everyday life, the author delves into the complexities of laughter and its role in human experience. The book investigates the distinctions between wit and humor, and considers how humor has evolved in various cultures, particularly within the context of American society. Through a series of witty anecdotes and insightful observations, the author explores the connection between humor and intelligence, and the ways in which it can be used to lighten the burdens of life. The book also examines the practical applications of humor in a variety of settings, including social gatherings, business negotiations, and even romantic relationships. Ultimately, this book serves as a guide for understanding and appreciating humor, reminding us of its profound significance in both the individual and collective human experience. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331615514_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331615514
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331615514
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)