The Punster's Pocket-book or, the Art of Punning Enlarged by Bernard Blackmantle, illustrated with numerous original designs by Robert Cruikshank

"The Punster's Pocket-book" by Bernard Blackmantle is a whimsical exploration of puns, where the author shares clever reflections, guidelines, and illustrations on the art of wordplay from the 1800s. The author playfully argues that twisting words is more than silly fun; it is a refined, historical skill that brightens conversations and shows smarts. The book is filled with funny stories and memorable puns, encouraging all to see the intellectual value and add their own unique jokes to the mix while also illustrating effective ways to construct jokes and improve social interactions through humour.