The Complete Works Of Josh Billings, Henry W. Shaw

By Josh Billings

Book Overview

The Complete Works of Josh Billings is a compilation of the writings of Henry W. Shaw, who wrote under the pen name Josh Billings. Shaw was a 19th century American humorist and philosopher, known for his witty and satirical observations on life and society. This book includes all of his published works, including his essays, poems, and speeches. The collection covers a wide range of topics, from politics and religion to love and marriage. Shaw's writing style is characterized by his use of dialect and unconventional spelling, which adds to the humor and charm of his work. The Complete Works of Josh Billings is a must-read for anyone interested in American humor and literature from the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432543369
• ISBN13: 9781432543365
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 500 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"