Quips and Quiddities: A Quintessence of Quirks, Quaint, Quizzical, and Quotable

Quips and Quiddities: A Quintessence of Quirks, Quaint, Quizzical, and Quotable
Author: Various
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 384
Release: 2019-12-04
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

'Quips and Quiddities: A Quintessence of Quirks, Quaint, Quizzical, and Quotable' is a delightful collection of witty remarks and humorous musings from a range of literary sources. Editor William Davenport Adams has selected each entry with brevity and variety in mind, creating a handy pocket companion for spare moments. Whether you prefer puns or parodies, satire or sarcasm, this book has it all. With alternating prose and verse and intentionally disorderly arrangement, the book is a diverse and entertaining read that features epigrams from the likes of Lord Byron and Mark Twain, amongst other greats.

Quips and Quiddities

Quips and Quiddities
Author: W.H. Davenport Adams
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 362
Release: 2019-09-25
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 3734078253

Reproduction of the original: Quips and Quiddities by W.H. Davenport Adams

A Book of Burlesque: Sketches of English Stage Travestie and Parody

A Book of Burlesque: Sketches of English Stage Travestie and Parody
Author: William Davenport Adams
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 234
Release: 2019-12-06
Genre: History
ISBN:

This book delves into the history and definition of burlesque, a form of entertainment that uses humor and mockery to satirize serious works. The term originated from the Italian word 'burla' which means a joke, ridicule, or mockery. Burlesque is often associated with caricature, parody, and extravagance, and has been used in literature and theater since the 17th century. The book explores its usage in the works of Chaucer, Shakespeare, and the classics. A fascinating read for those interested in the origins and evolution of this unique art form.