A sense of humour is an essential human quality. But what tickles one person might not do the same for another. But there’s something for everyone in this eclectic mix of funny books.
Outrageous actions have hilarious consequences in this deftly handled satire about racial tensions.
The Sellout
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The Sellout
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A 16th century text about pilgrim swallowing giants who do battle with flying pigs that excrete mustard! And much more besides.
Gargantua and Pantagruel, Illustrated, Book 2
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Gargantua and Pantagruel, Illustrated, Book 2
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An eclectic mix of varied scribblings; from Miss Comedy Central herself.
Yes Please
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Yes Please
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An equally confusing and endlessly entertaining book, this classic comic text stands the test of time.
The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman
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Not someone you'd necessarily consider a humourist, but Mark Twain had a biting acerbic wit.
Humorous Stories and Sketches
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Humorous Stories and Sketches
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A surprisingly cerebral collection of writings about the art of black humour: penned by the original Surrealist himself.
Anthology of Black Humour
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Anthology of Black Humour
15
Heard the one about the dead Irishman? Guess what? He had the last laugh!
Dead Funny – The Little Book of Irish Grave Humour
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Dead Funny – The Little Book of Irish Grave Humour
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Sarah Silverman's 'so-funny-you-might-pee' potty-mouthed memoir. If you love her, you'll adore this.
The Bedwetter: Stories of Courage, Redemption, and Pee
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The Bedwetter: Stories of Courage, Redemption, and Pee
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