Humorous & Historical Anecdotes: Resurrected By

By Peter Panayi

The book is a collection of anecdotes which did the rounds in the 19th Century. They are subdivided into three sections, namely Humour, History and Wisdom. Several of the historical anecdotes refer to Napoleon Bonaparte, with passing references to other notable celebrities including Shakespeare, Doctor Johnson, Bunyan, Sheridan, Milton and Nelson. A certain Captain Gronow is mentioned frequently not only because he was Eton educated, a Welsh Grenadier Guards Officer, an unsuccessful parliamentarian, a bankrupt and a dandy but most importantly he was a prolific writer of absorbing reminiscences some of which are featured in the book. The anecdotes provide an opportunity to compare contemporary humour with that of a bygone age.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1545055246
• ISBN13: 9781545055243
• Release Date: April 2017
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"