Publisher's Synopsis
Conceits, Clinches, Flashes, And Whimzies: A Jest-Book Of The Seventeenth Century, Hitherto Unknown To Bibliographers (1860) is a collection of humorous anecdotes, puns, and jokes from the 17th century. Compiled by Robert Chamberlain, the book includes a wide range of jests, from witty one-liners to longer stories. The book was previously unknown to bibliographers, making it a unique and valuable addition to the literature of the era. The jokes and humor contained within offer a glimpse into the social and cultural attitudes of the time, as well as the types of entertainment that were popular among the people of the 17th century. Overall, Conceits, Clinches, Flashes, And Whimzies is a fascinating and entertaining read for anyone interested in the history of humor and literature.Reprinted From The Unique Copy Of 1639.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
