02290cam a22003133u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003704000110007804100170008905000070010610000120011324500640012526400510018930000470024033600260028733700260031333800360033950000310037550801910040652012230059753400450182065300260186565300250189185600430191699900170195949370UtSlPG20260610134132.0mcr n260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aPN1 aVarious10aEnglish Jests and Anecdotes, Collected from Various Sources 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2015  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2015-07-05  aProduced by Chris Curnow, Elisa and the Online Distributed
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Internet Archive)  a"English Jests and Anecdotes, Collected from Various Sources" by Various is a collection of humorous tales and witty remarks likely compiled in the late 19th century. The work encompasses a variety of anecdotes, puns, and satirical observations that reflect the comedic sensibilities of English society, often poking fun at social customs, notable historical figures, and everyday situations. The content suggests a light-hearted exploration of both high and low cultures in England, appealing to readers who enjoy clever wordplay and social commentary.  The opening of the collection introduces a series of humorous anecdotes that set the tone for the rest of the work. The anecdotes range from the comical mishaps of historical figures, such as a lady humorously misusing the term "lachrymal canals," to witty exchanges between famous individuals, like a clever repartee involving Dryden and Otway. Each anecdote combines elements of wit and irony, showcasing the absurdities of human behavior across various contexts. The lighthearted nature of these jests establishes a foundation for readers seeking an entertaining and thought-provoking exploration of English humor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aEnglish wit and humor  aAnecdotes -- England40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49370  c90208d90208