The Comic Almanack (Classic Reprint)

William Makepeace Thackeray, Albert Smith

ISBN 10: 1332841252 / ISBN 13: 9781332841257

Published by Forgotten Books, 2022

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book explores the history of parliamentary acts in England. The author provides a satirical look at the way in which laws were made and enforced in the 19th century. The author covers topics such as the use of euphemisms in parliamentary language, the absurdity of some laws, and the ways in which people tried to get around them. It also includes humorous advice on how to save money, how to emigrate, and how to get revenge on your enemies. The author's insights into the workings of government and the human condition make this book a must-read for anyone interested in history, politics, or satire. 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.

Seller Inventory # 9781332841257_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Comic Almanack (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332841252
• ISBN 13: 9781332841257
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Childrens Fiction

About this title

Synopsis

Delightful Victorian humor in one witty compendium.

A lively collection of merry tales, humorous poetry, quips, and oddities drawn from The Comic Almanack, a sly, satirical panorama of 1840s Britain.

This edition gathers sketches, verses, and light satire that poke fun at society, temperance, emigration, fashion, and the quirks of everyday life. It delivers jokes and social commentary in brisk, accessible prose, offering a window into the humor and sensibilities of the era without spoiling the charm of the original pieces.

• Humorous verse and light essays that tease social rules and daily life.
• Quick, witty quips and zany vignettes that capture a playful mood.
• Societal observations rendered with a wink, ideal for readers who enjoy period humor.
• Appealing for fans of Victorian satire and classic comic storytelling.

Ideal for readers who appreciate light, period humor and the wit of Thackeray-era miscellanies; a playful pick for fans of witty social satire and quaint, enduring jokes.

About the Author

Henry Mayhew (18121887) was a journalist, social investigator, novelist, and author his work distinguished by vivid reportage, unsentimental sympathy, humor, and an eye for detail.
Victor Neuburg is a former senior lecturer at the School of Librarianship, University of North London. His publications include "Popular Literature" and "A Guide to the Western Front,"