“The classical scholars have kept alive the tradition of the superiority of the ancient languages -- a kaleidoscopic mass of suffixes and prefixes, supposed to represent an infinite shading of meaning. It is a character they share with the Ojibway and the Zulu.”
This work presents a compilation of Leacock's characteristic wit and gentle satire, examining the ironies and absurdities of ordinary life. As one of the master humorists of the early twentieth century, Leacock applies his keen observational style to various subjects, poking fun at social conventions and human nature while maintaining a warm and accessible tone. The book reflects Leacock's reputation as a leading comic writer in the English language, Known for clever wordplay and understated comedy. Fans of literary humor appreciate this collection as representative of Leacock's enduring appeal as a humorist who could find laughter in the mundane aspects of daily existence. more
Stephen Leacock was a renowned Canadian writer known for his humor and satire. His works, which extensively covered social commentary and satirical novels, have had a profound impact on later generations. more
“You can never have international peace as long as you have national poverty.”
“The tears of childhood fall fast and easily, and evil be to him who makes them flow.”
“Professors of theory merely hold post-mortems.”
“You cannot depict love inside a frame of fact. It needs a mist to dissolve in.”