Joe Miller's jest book

Book • 1739
Joe Miller's Jest Book is a renowned collection of witty one-liners, puns, and amusing anecdotes that have been widely regarded as a classic of English humor.

First published in 1739, it was compiled by John Mottley and has since been reprinted in various editions.

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when discussing Victorian idioms and references in A Christmas Carol.
The Magic of A Christmas Carol, with Simon Callow and John Mullan

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