Mrs. Partington's Carpet-Bag of Fun is a humorous collection of stories, anecdotes, and jokes written by Benjamin Penhallow Shillaber and published in 1854. The book features the character of Mrs. Partington, a fictional elderly woman who is known for her wit, wisdom, and eccentricities. The stories in the book are told from Mrs. Partington's perspective and often revolve around her adventures and misadventures, as well as her interactions with other...