

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

The Magic of A Christmas Carol, with Simon Callow and John Mullan