Publisher's Synopsis
Selections From The Writings Of Josh Billings Or Proverbial Philosophy Of Wit And Humor is a book that contains a collection of witty and humorous writings by Josh Billings. Josh Billings was the pen name of Henry Wheeler Shaw, an American humorist who was popular in the 19th century. The book is divided into different sections, each containing a selection of Billings' writings on various topics such as love, marriage, friendship, politics, and religion. The book is filled with Billings' unique style of humor and wit, which is characterized by his use of misspelled words and unconventional grammar. The book provides a glimpse into the life and times of 19th century America and is a must-read for anyone who enjoys humor and satire.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.
