Scotch Wit and Humor by W. H. Howe
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"Scotch Wit and Humor" by W. H. Howe is a collection of humorous anecdotes, stories, and observations that spotlight the unique wit native to Scottish culture, written in the late 19th century. This compilation aims to capture the distinct humor of the Scots, showcasing everything from clever comebacks to situational comedy, often revolving around social interactions and traditional Scottish character traits. The opening of the collection introduces readers to a variety of
comedic narratives, each highlighting the peculiarities and charm of Scots. It features humorous exchanges, such as a clever retort during a dinner gathering, amusing illustrations of cultural practices, and anecdotes involving notable figures like the quirky Professor Knox. The tone is lighthearted and playful, immersing readers in a celebration of Scottish humor, while also hinting at the deeper layers of character and social commentary intertwined within these comedic moments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Howe, W. H. (Walter Henry), 1848- |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 98001400 |
| Title | Scotch Wit and Humor |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Margo Romberg, sp1nd, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (archive.org) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Scottish wit and humor |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 41732 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-41732-5 |
| Release Date | Dec 29, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 515 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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