Law and Laughter

"Law and Laughter" by George A. (George Alexander) Morton is a compilation of funny stories and jokes related to the legal world from the late 1800s to the early 1900s. It takes a peek at the funny parts of the law using smart and funny things said by judges and lawyers in Great Britain, Ireland, and America. It mixes history with humor, showing a lively view of legal wit that highlights characters. The book starts by sharing the humorous thoughts of Mr. Justice Darling, who makes a joke about the common idea that law is humorless. It tells funny stories about well-known judges from different times, like Thomas More and Lord Kenyon, pointing out their witty comebacks and funny views during important legal events. By showing how humor helps make harsh realities of justice tolerable, the book puts together a big collection of stories that are fun and share the spirit of legal talk through history.