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Oxford Dictionary of Humorous Quotations 5e by Gyles Brandreth (2013, Hardcover)

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PublisherOxford University Press, Incorporated

ISBN-100199681368

ISBN-139780199681365

eBay Product ID (ePID)159843085

Product Key Features

Number of Pages496 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NameOxford Dictionary of Humorous Quotations 5e

SubjectQuotations, General

Publication Year2013

TypeNot Available

Subject AreaRéférence, Humor

AuthorGyles Brandreth

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1.6 in

Item Weight35.3 Oz

Item Length9.5 in

Item Width6.4 in

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Edition Number5

LCCN2013-474663

Dewey Edition23

Reviews'Review from previous edition The ultimate guide to the sharpest, wryest and wittiest quips, put-downs and one-liners'Romford Recorder, "However you like your humour, there will be something here for you and I defy you to leaf through it and find nothing to bring a smile to the lips." --Herts Advertiser, 'Just the source for a quote to enhance any speech or piece of writing, whatever your subject.' - Writing Magazine'the BEST bedside book in the world.' - Vulpes Libris'A perfect Christmas gift for just about anyone with a sense of humour.' - Welsh Border LifeReview from previous edition: 'The ultimate guide to the sharpest, wryest and wittiest quips, put-downs and one-liners' - Romford Recorder'However you like your humour, there will be something here for you and I defy you to leaf through it and find nothing to bring a smile to the lips.' - Herts Advertiser'Does not disappoint... a brilliant manual for writers, after-dinner speakers and best men ' - South Wales Evening Post'As always this companion instructs through laughter ' - Contemporary Review'Buy the book' - Beachcomber, Daily Express, Review from previous edition: "The ultimate guide to the sharpest, wryest and wittiest quips, put-downs and one-liners" --Romford Recorder, 'Does not disappoint... a brilliant manual for writers, after-dinner speakers and best men'South Wales Evening Post, "Does not disappoint... a brilliant manual for writers, after-dinner speakers and best men" --South Wales Evening Post, 'However you like your humour, there will be something here for you and I defy you to leaf through it and find nothing to bring a smile to the lips.'Herts Advertiser

Dewey Decimal082

SynopsisWriter, broadcaster, and wit Gyles Brandreth has completely revised Ned Sherrin's classic collection of wisecracks, one-liners, and anecdotes. With over 1,000 new quotations throughout the media, it's easy to find hilarious quotes on subjects ranging from Argument to Diets, from Computers to the Weather. Add sparkle to your speeches and presentations, or just enjoy a good laugh in the company of Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Joan Rivers, Kathy Lette, Frankie Boyle, and friends. 'Now we have the World Wide Web (the only thing I know of whose shortened form-www-takes three times longer to say than what it's short for)' Douglas Adams 'Not only is there no God, but try getting a plumber on weekends' Woody Allen 'Never go to bed mad. Stay up and fight' Phyllis Diller 'Having a baby is like getting a tattoo on your face. You really need to be certain it's what you want before you commit' Elizabeth Gilbert 'The trouble with having an open mind, of course, is that people will insist on coming along and trying to put things in it' Terry Pratchett 'Retreat, hell We're only attacking in another direction' American General Oliver P. Smith, Writer, broadcaster, and wit Gyles Brandreth has completely revised Ned Sherrin's classic collection of wisecracks, one-liners, and anecdotes. With over 1,000 new quotations throughout the media, it's easy to find hilarious quotes on subjects ranging from Argument to Diets, from Computers to the Weather. Add sparkle to your speeches and presentations, or just enjoy a good laugh in the company of Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Joan Rivers, Kathy Lette, Frankie Boyle, and friends. 'Now we have the World Wide Web (the only thing I know of whose shortened form-www-takes three times longer to say than what it's short for)' Douglas Adams 'Not only is there no God, but try getting a plumber on weekends' Woody Allen 'Never go to bed mad. Stay up and fight' Phyllis Diller 'Having a baby is like getting a tattoo on your face. You really need to be certain it's what you want before you commit' Elizabeth Gilbert 'The trouble with having an open mind, of course, is that people will insist on coming along and trying to put things in it' Terry Pratchett 'Retreat, hell! We're only attacking in another direction' American General Oliver P. Smith, Writer, broadcaster, and wit Gyles Brandreth has completely revised Ned Sherrin's classic collection of wisecracks, one-liners, and anecdotes. With over 1,000 new quotations from all media, it's easy to find hilarious quotes on subjects ranging from Argument to Diets, from Computers to The Weather. Add sparkle to your speeches and presentations, or just enjoy a good laugh in company with Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Joan Rivers, Kathy Lette, Frankie Boyle, and friends. 'Now we have the World Wide Web (the only thing I know of whose shortened form-www-takes three times longer to say than what it's short for)' Douglas Adams 'Not only is there no God, but try getting a plumber on weekends' Woody Allen 'Never go to bed mad. Stay up and fight' Phyllis Diller 'Having a baby is like getting a tattoo on your face. You really need to be certain it's what you want before you commit' Elizabeth Gilbert 'The trouble with having an open mind, of course, is that people will insist on coming along and trying to put things in it' Terry Pratchett 'Retreat, hell! We're only attacking in another direction' American general Oliver P. Smith, Writer, broadcaster, and wit Gyles Brandreth has completely revised Ned Sherrin's classic collection of wisecracks, one-liners, and anecdotes. Add sparkle to your speeches and presentations, or just enjoy a good laugh in company with Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Joan Rivers, Kathy Lette, Frankie Boyle, and friends.

LC Classification NumberPN6084.H8O94 2013