The Library of Wit and Humor, Prose and Poetry, Selected from the Literature of All Times and Nations, Vol. 4 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Ainsworth Rand Spofford

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0332799654 ISBN 13: 9780332799650

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A sparkling sample from a world-spanning humor treasury that delivers quick wit, playful satire, and vivid scenes in accessible language.

This edition presents a mix of prose and verse, offering timeless laughs through centuries of storytelling.

The included passages showcase how a wide range of authors, from Shakespearean echoes to light verse, turn everyday situations and myths into nimble humor. In this book, a tale set in a mythic Byblos introduces Venus, Vulcan, Adonis, and Colonel Mars in a humorous study of love, vanity, and courtly intrigue.

• Witty sketches and entertaining anecdotes from a large anthology of prose and poetry.
• Characters and setups that blend myth, history, and everyday trickster humor.
• Accessible, clean language with punchy lines and light, flavorful settings.
• A taste of satire and clever wordplay that rewards quick reading and re‑reads.

Ideal for readers who enjoy classic humor, brief stories, and a cheerful, brisk storytelling pace.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0332799654
• ISBN 13: 9780332799650
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 432