Tea Table Talk (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Jerome K. Jerome

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484394606 ISBN 13: 9780484394604

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Witty debates and intimate glimpses into love, life, and society unfold over a teacup and conversation.

Jerome K. Jerome’s Tea-Table Talk gathers smart, sparkling dialogue that turns everyday moments into a laugh-filled mirror of modern life. This edition presents the playful, piercing humor that made the book a classic.

In these pages, a cast of polite debaters explores why people marry, what love really means, and how society shapes our desires. From love letters and courtship to the rise of cities and crowds, the conversations mix light satire with reflections on human foibles and dreams. The tone is brisk, observant, and warmly human, offering both amusement and insight.

• Sharp, humorous takes on love, marriage, and the rituals of courtship.
• Playful debates about art, literature, and the pace of modern life.
• Characters who spark thoughtful, often sly, observations about society.
• Accessible storytelling that blends wit with timeless questions about relationships.

Ideal for readers who enjoy witty social satire, character-driven dialogue, and early 20th‑century humor presented with a light touch.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484394606
• ISBN 13: 9780484394604
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 168