The Jest Book

Step into the world of wit and humor with 'The Jest Book' curated by Mark Lemon, the ingenious editor of Punch magazine. This delightful compilation of anecdotes and sayings takes readers on a journey through the timeless art of laughter. Uncover a treasury of old and new jests, passed down through generations, showcasing the enduring power of a good joke. From legendary wits to modern jesters, experience the laughter that transcends time and captivates the soul. Here's one of the witty one-liners included in the book, for a taste of the humor you'll find within: "Pope dining once with Frederic, Prince of Wales, paid the prince many compliments. 'I wonder, Pope,' said the prince, 'that you, who are so severe on kings, should be so complaisant to me.'—'It is,' said the wily bard, 'because I like the lion before his claws are grown.'"