Humor

Artemus Ward's humorous sketches take readers on a journey across the United States, with stops in major cities and encounters with a variety of colorful characters. Originally published as a series of letters, Artemus Ward His Travels captures the spirit of the mid-19th century and offers a unique perspective on American life.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This collection features the cartoons of Bradley, a renowned cartoonist for the Chicago Daily News. Bradley's cartoons provide a humorous and incisive commentary on the political and social issues of the early 20th century. Fans of political cartoons and satire will enjoy this entertaining volume.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This reference work offers a comprehensive survey of humorous literature and traditions from around the world. Organized thematically and alphabetically by author, it includes excerpts from plays, stories, poems, and other forms of literature. The entries range from ancient Greek comedy to modern satire, and are annotated with brief critical comments.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

"A memoir of the author's attempt to escape the biblical story he'd been raised on and his struggle to construct a new story for himself and his family"--

"This is not the book I thought I was going to write."~Tonya ReidLife is like that sometimes, isn't it? We head down one path only to find ourselves in a completely different direction. If you can relate to this, and enjoy laughing until you cry or crying until you laugh, then you'll enjoy Tonya Reid's debut book, US Hairways. A collection of essays on legacy, lunacy, a daughter finding her way, and a father who would have made a much better older brother, US Hairways offers readers a good time the only way Tonya knows how to share it: full of Southern hospitality and irreverence smothered in butter.

'After Buddha, Krishna and Jesus the first Master with a cigarette in his hand has arrived - even though the Great White Brotherhood has a strict no smoking policy!'In today's New Age scene everybody wants to be a great Master; and this makes Willy - with his magic cigarette - the ultimate Guru; because with his Technique-less Technique he grants his followers the ability to actually become great gurus and masters themselves. But the ancient and powerful Golden Light Order declares war upon Willy, claiming that he has stolen the Technique-less Technique from them; but nobody inside the Order dares to oppose Willy openly - except Zack, the crazy philosopher, who enjoys confusing the world, and spends his time playing football with the neighbourhood kids. But before Zack can succeed in toppling Willy, he must first become a great master himself - only then can he hope to take away Willy's magic cigarette and topple Willy.

Min gravide kæreste – En kommende fars lange march mod forældreskabet er 150 tegninger, der tager dig igennem graviditetens rutsjebanetur.Anders Melgaard er illustrator og animator og har tegnet selv sig og sin gravide kæreste, komiker og skuespiller Sisse Gram de Fries, gennem ni måneders appelsin-cravings, absurde møder med, sundhedsvæsnet og en stor ommøblering af parforholdet. Hvordan holder man f.eks. gang i romantikken, når ens kæreste vil ligge i ske med graviditetspuden ’Pøllerik´?

An eclectic collection of 50 tiny tales which highlight incidents in a not-so-ordinary life of an occasional columnist for a local monthly newspaper. She is a fervent and hyper-focused maker of many delightful things - some of which are delicious and all of which are quick selling. The supplies for, and by-products of, her creativity accumulate in her home and she refers to it as her "housework avoidance program". This compilation is a great book to pick up and read when you need short, amusing breaks or a pick-me-up in your day.

Les voyages de Gulliver, également connus sous le nom de Voyages dans plusieurs nations lointaines du monde, en quatre sections. Lemuel Gulliver, First a Surgeon, and Then a Captain of Several Ships est une satire prose de 1726 de l'écrivain anglo-irlandais Jonathan Swift qui satirise à la fois la nature humaine et le sous-genre littéraire des contes de voyageurs . Il s'agit de l'¿uvre la plus connue de Swift et d'un classique de la littérature anglaise. Swift a affirmé qu'il a écrit Gulliver's Travels "pour gêner plutôt que détourner le monde." Le livre fut un succès instantané. Il est lu universellement, du conseil du cabinet à la crèche , a déclaré le dramaturge anglais John Gay. En 2015, Robert McCrum a publié sa liste des 100 meilleurs romans de tous les temps, qualifiant Gulliver's Travels d'un chef-d'¿uvre satirique . Le voyage commence par un bref préambule dans lequel Lemuel Gulliver décrit sa vie et son histoire avant ses voyages. Gulliver est lavé à terre après un naufrage lors de son premier voyage et devient prisonnier d'une race de gens minuscules, de moins de 6 pouces (15 cm) de haut, qui vivent sur l'île de Lilliput.

Past research has shown that humans possess implicit or unconscious associations which, when activated, affect subsequent behavior. In three studies, I demonstrated a novel implicit association held by some men, an association between women and birds. In Study 1, I provided initial evidence of a Women-Bird association and its autonomy from other common prejudice measures. In Study 2, I demonstrated two consequences for possessing a Women-Bird association: increased sexist hiring decisions and increased dehumanization of women. For my third study, I demonstrated a causal pattern, such that activation of the Women-Bird association caused an increase in dehumanization of women, sexist hiring decisions, and perceptions that a female candidate was incompetent for those who possessed the association. Mediation analysis indicated that activation of the Women-Bird association among those who possessed the association resulted in sexist hiring decisions because these participants perceived the female candidate as less competent. These findings provide insight into a cause of bias toward women that should be accounted for when attempting to reduce discrimination toward women.

A variety of humor. Pastor Stinnett seems to cover all the bases in this composition of clean jokes for the young and old. From Christian humor to redneck jokes and Southern information you may not be aware of, it includes political puns-even jokes about doctors and nurses-he spares no group in bringing these witticisms to life. Husbands and wives will enjoy the jokes concerning spouses. Pastor Lloyd also includes some of his own personal jokes. There are over 800 jokes in this humorous collection. This book will keep you laughing all the way through. You won't want to put it down.

Wer diesen Koffer öffnet, dem kommt eine Menge guter Laune entgegen. Im Inneren sind nämlich allerhand fröhliche Geschichten gestapelt. Sie passieren, wenn das Leben mal wieder ausgelassene Kapriolen schlägt und übermütig Schabernack treibt. Mit großer Freude am Schreiben und einer ordentlichen Prise Humor entstehen dann unterhaltsame, heitere Geschichten, die viel Spaß beim Lesen machen.

CruisingHumourTravelA complete and funny guide to cruising. This is a book packed with tips and filled with short, funny cruising stories that are intended to make the reader laugh and to specifically give them helpful information on booking and taking a cruise.

Get ready to dive headfirst into the most fucking extraordinary journey of stillness and self-discovery you never knew you needed. 'Mastering the Art of Watching Grass Grow' by Jack Springler will leave you saying, 'What the grass?!' as you explore the profound beauty in life's most mundane moments. Discover how observing grass can be a fucking life-changing experience, connecting you with the Earth in a way that'll make you question your entire existence. From caressing grass blades like you're auditioning for 'Grass Got Talent' to inhaling the intoxicating scent of earth like a true soil sommelier, this book will teach you to embrace the fucking unremarkable like never before. So, put on your gardening gloves and prepare for a journey that's more extraordinary than a symphony of swishing grass in the wind, because, my friends, the grass is always greener when you're watching it grow!"

En sjov og humoristisk bog med alle de morsomme og velkendte situationer, du oplever med en kat i huset. Er du katteejer, kender du sikkert til problemet med at få lov til at gå på toilettet alene, at blive vækket klokken tre om natten, fordi det lille pelsdyr er lækker- sulten, eller når du finder transportkassen frem, og et drama af bibelske dimensioner udspiller sig. Bogen er fyldt med skønne illustrationer tegnet af Petra Obrovská, der har fanget kattens sjoveste, skøreste og mest nuttede udtryk.

A salad-eating dog, the haunted trunk, a 'possum who drinks coffee-The Blue Box and Memories that Live in the Bones by Sharon Mabry is a collection of stories about Mabry's growing up years in the mountains of East Tennessee, some of the adventures in her 56-year marriage, and her thoughts on retirement after teaching for 52 years at Austin Peay State University. Mabry writes with wit and candor about her mother's declining health and the changes to her family home. Throughout her life, Mabry finds the humor that lives within each moment. The Blue Box and Memories that Live in the Bones is a collection that glimpses into the inner joy that maintains Mabry's dimpled cheeks and smiling eyes. It's a contagious outlook that will inspire readers to find amusement in their own reflections.

Building a Better Boomer offers laugh-out-loud advice for the generation caught between ChatGPT and Betamax VHS. Here's hilarious ways boomers can see better, eat better, exercise better, sleep better, retire better, and, maybe, even remember better-and still be around for the launch of the iPhone 211 Pro."Neil Offen has become one of America's greatest humorists, embracing the lighter side of the aging process with charm and wit culled from personal experience. His columns, and now this book, have become must-read."-Marty Appel, New York Times bestselling author of Pinstripe Empire and Munson"Neil Offen's timing is perfect. This is the moment when we need a book that is this funny-Offen makes us laugh at subjects that are not supposed to be funny, which may be the definition of the best humor. Building a Better Boomer never stops and never misfires."-Mark Kurlansky, New York Times bestselling author of Salt; Cod; and The Importance of Not Being Ernest"Neil Offen offers laugh-out-loud-but still practical-advice about how to deal with the indignities of growing older, all the while trying to combat aging and aging stereotypes. This is a book for all boomers, and those who care for and love them."-Steven Petrow, contributing columnist The Washington Post and author, Stupid Things I Won't Do When I Get Old"I have often heard it said that there is nothing funny about growing older. Well, as Neil Offen proves-hysterically-in Building a Better Boomer, that is wildly inaccurate. If laughter truly is the best medicine, this is a book that I heartily prescribe for my fellow boomers. Offen's sharp-and unfortunately accurate-observations will make you laugh out loud, assuming of course you can remember where you left your reading glasses. Let me suggest that the nicest thing you can give to one of our peers is this gift of laughter."-David Fisher, New York Times bestselling author"There's no better source of smiles, laughs, even guffaws, as your body deteriorates and your role in society diminishes, than these essays by humor-writer-nonpareil Neil Offen."-Mitchell Stephens, author of The Voice of America: Lowell Thomas and the Invention of 20th-Century Journalism"Neil Offen's hilarious Building a Better Boomer is a rare mix of laugh-out-loud and close-to-the-bone. Sure, it's funny but it's also insightful, sweet, and even provocative. You will read this book to laugh and keep from crying, because, as Neil so shrewdly observes, 'there is a limit on how much better we can become.'"-Frank Van Riper, author of Recovered Memory: New York & Paris 1960-1980

"What to do when you're the perpetual new kid, only child, military brat hustling school-to-school each year and everyone's looking to you for answers? Make some shit up, of course! And a young Jay Ellis does just that, with help from every child's favorite co-conspirator--their imaginary best friend. Born in the perfect storm of especially ferocious rain and a sugar-fueled imagination, Mikey ... steps in to figuratively hold Jay's hand through various youthful shenanigans. A testament to the importance of imagination, trusting oneself, and making space for your creativity, [this book] is a memoir of a '90s kid who confided in his imaginary sidekick to navigate everything from parallel pop culture universes, like watching Fresh Prince alongside John Hughes movies or listening to Ja Rule and Dave Matthews, to a lifetime of birthday disappointment (being a Christmas season Capricorn will do that to you) and hoop dreams gone bad"--

A poignant and moving memoir-in-essays from stand-up comedian Aida Rodriguez on the power of overcoming hardship and transforming pain into laughter.Aida Rodriguez has, to put it mildly, lived a whirlwind life. Her rags to-riches story is mind-blowing: She was kidnapped as a child by her mother in the Dominican Republic and brought to the US. She was later kidnapped again by her grandmother and uncle, and moved from New York to Florida. As an adult, she ended a difficult marriage and endured homelessness with her children in Los Angeles. But through it all she never lost her sense of humor.Born with a wonderful wit and an irrepressible spirit, Aida used her gifts and worked tirelessly, turning tragedy and pain into biting comedy that takes on everything from misogyny and racism to social media and news headlines. She eventually released a hit HBO Max special which led to multiple development deals--success that won her a nationwide audience, opened doors, and helped her expand the way Latinos are represented in comedy. In this, her highly anticipated first book, Aida charts her many ups and downs. From personal setbacks to career highs and everything in between, Legitimate Kid is endearing, shocking, and ultimately life-affirming.

Congratulations DAD!Welcome to the world of fatherhood! Congratulations on becoming a first-time dad. Your life is about to change in ways you never imagined, filled with sleepless nights, diaper changes, and an endless supply of baby wipes. But fear not, because along with the challenges come moments of pure joy and laughter.As a new dad, you're embarking on a journey filled with unforgettable experiences, from baby's first steps to hearing their first words (which might just be "Dada" if you're lucky). It's a rollercoaster ride of emotions, and a great sense of humor will be your trusty sidekick.In this joke book, we've compiled a collection of lighthearted and relatable jokes specifically tailored for first-time dads like you. Whether you need a good laugh after a long night of soothing a fussy baby or you want to share a chuckle with fellow dads in the trenches, these jokes are here to brighten your day.

Comedy, light romance, culture and travel story all in one. It's for anyone who's had one of those relationships where you thought, 'Not sure what I was thinking there. Why do I do the things I do? When will I learn?'First things first, this is not a lesbian book. Well, it is, but it isn't.Here's the blurb:Mica is slow to learn about relationships. She gets it so wrong all the time. Why would you think you're gay, when you are clearly not gay? Who does this?! Mica does. 'Your life is like one, long, European summer vacation!' her friends said.This is true. Mica does spend a lot of time relocating and living in fun places.London in the UK.Nice in the South of France.Sydney in Australia.Fun, fun, fun.More energy spent relocating means less energy spent looking inward. Because Mica has inherited her Central American mother's distrust of men and she's reached adulthood having skipped the Romantic Relationships part. She is single. Really single. Always been single.She wonders if she might be gay and she drinks her way into a gay relationship, then decides she isn't gay. But, she doesn't know how to end it. It's tricky. (It's not). Solution? Move to the South of France! Hurrah! Beach, baguettes, wine. Très bien, non ? No. The girlfriend follows. The result is Mica's entertaining struggle on the beaches of Nice with thoughts of 'Be an adult and just end it,' and 'Ah, what's the harm? Let's ride this out.'All the time, Mica hides her 'girl friend' from her Central American black magic family because she's scared of being judged. They do find out when she's back in Australia however, and the results are surprising.It is a long and very bumpy road towards self-acceptance for this 35-year old overthinking, overcomplicating, single woman! When is she going to get out of her own head, and get her man?!The struggle is real. A funny and descriptive self-acceptance journey across England, France, and Australia.Warning: The author uses vivid descriptions. The reader may find themself craving red wine and thin-crust pizza in the South of France.The book has British spelling and swear words.