Humour
Explore a joyous collection of humor books that promises to lift your spirits and bring laughter into your day. This assortment features classic comedic tales and witty anecdotes that cater to all tastes and ages. With a variety of funny reads ranging from satire to light-hearted stories, find the perfect escape to unwind and enjoy some well-deserved amusement.
A Room with a View
A young woman's Italian vacation forces her to choose between the expectations of her society and the desires of her heart.
By E. M. (Edward Morgan) Forster
An experiment in gyro-hats
When a hat maker invents a special hat to help his daughter's clumsy suitor, hilarious antics and surprising results ensue.
By Ellis Parker Butler
The Wind in the Willows
A restless mole trades chores for adventure, discovering friendship and the joys of the riverbank with a kind-hearted rat.
By Kenneth Grahame
Knocking the Neighbors
Hypocritical morality is put to the test when two respected town merchants embark on a secret city adventure full of extravagant feasts and indulgent entertainment.
By George Ade
Headlong Hall
In a whirlwind of wit and words, a group of opinionated guests descend upon a festive gathering, igniting a hilarious battle of beliefs that challenges everything they think they know.
By Thomas Love Peacock
Emma
A well-intentioned but meddlesome young woman navigates the complexities of love and society as her matchmaking attempts lead to unexpected consequences.
By Jane Austen
Evelina, Or, the History of a Young Lady's Entrance into the World
An innocent young woman navigates the treacherous waters of 18th-century London society, uncovering secrets and facing unexpected challenges at every turn.
By Fanny Burney
The True History of Tom & Jerry or, The Day and Night Scenes, of Life in London from the Start to the Finish!
Join two friends as they explore London society in the 1800s, filled with humor and observations.
By Charles Hindley
The Jingle Book
Enter a land full of joyous beasts, a pasta-based man, and more, in a world where the poems are as silly as they are sweet.
By Carolyn Wells
The History of John Bull
Witness an era when a nation's identity was humorously tested through lawsuits, jealous rivals, and a gullible protagonist navigating the treacherous waters of politics.
By John Arbuthnot
Love Sonnets of an Office Boy
Experience innocent workplace infatuation through lighthearted poems as a young office boy dreams of winning the heart of his adored typewriter girl, only to face the bittersweet reality of unrequited love.
By Samuel E. (Samuel Ellsworth) Kiser
Look out for paint: A farce comedy in three acts
On a lively farm, mismatched connections and silly errors ignite a fun spectacle when guests arrive, throwing quiet country life into a riotous mess of mistaken identities and pursuing romantic entanglements.
By Cornelius Shea
Three men on the bummel
Seeking respite from their wives and mundane routines, three friends embark on a bicycle adventure, where friendship is tested by mishaps and humorous chaos.
By Jerome K. (Jerome Klapka) Jerome
The History of Pendennis
A young man's desire to marry an actress ignites chaos in his family, forcing them to confront the rigid expectations of Victorian society.
By William Makepeace Thackeray
The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary
When a wealthy aunt's mischievous nephew risks his future, she must decide whether to enable his behavior with her fortune or finally force him to grow up.
By Anne Warner
Emmanuel Burden, merchant, of Thames St., in the city of London, exporter of hardware : $b A record of his lineage, speculations, last days and death
Meet a quiet London merchant whose hidden influence shaped England's society, family, and fortune, leading to a life story filled with unexpected twists and consequences.
By Hilaire Belloc
Apocolocyntosis
A newly deceased Roman Emperor's journey to the afterlife is marked by a series of humorous and ironic events as he faces judgment from the gods and is ultimately punished for his earthly deeds.
By Lucius Annaeus Seneca
Captain Cranberry : $b A Cape Cod comedy in three acts
Amidst the backdrop of a quaint coastal town and humorous encounters, a woman must decide whether to leave her lifelong home or fight for her place within her close-knit community.
By Gladys Ruth Bridgham
The Comic History of England
Travel back in time for a laugh-filled tour through the ages of British monarchs, epic battles, and quirky characters that make history more fun than ever before.
By Gilbert Abbott À Beckett
New England Joke Lore: The Tonic of Yankee Humor
Dive into a world of old-fashioned wit and rural charm, where everyday annoyances turn into laugh-out-loud moments showcasing the unforgettable spirit of New Englanders.
By Arthur George Crandall