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The Ways to Wit

An Invitation to the Tradition of Humorous Wit

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The Ways to Wit

By: Joshua Smith
Narrated by: James Fowler
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There is a feeling in the air of our era. People are yearning to laugh again. Those who appreciate good humor, however, know that something is amiss. There is no way around it: wit nowadays is in a bad way. Fine wit longs to be written again, but most writers have no idea how to render something witty or humorous upon the page. They often assume that such instances are left up to serendipity or chance.

Luckily, they are wrong.

By analyzing the elements of wit employed by such eminent humorists as Evelyn Waugh, Mark Twain, and P.G. Wodehouse, The Ways to Wit nourishes one’s comedic sense, deepens one’s sense of irony, and ultimately teaches one what it takes to write excellent, humorous wit.

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"There are two tragedies in life: one is not getting what one wants and the other is getting it..."- Oscar Wilde - Antithesis Wilde
The Ways to Wit, by Joshua Smith, functions as a mini-catalogue, highlighting the distinct forms of wit practiced by literary giants like Oscar Wilde, G.K. Chesterton, and Charles Dickens...
This work is more than just a collection of essays; it’s an invitation to revisit these classic texts with fresh eyes.
Narration by James Fowler was perfectly suitable to the style of the book. The narration was clear and fluid, and the tone used is fitting and engaging.
It is a gem for anyone interested in literature, humour, or the art of language itself. It's both an enjoyable audiobook and a good resource.

A Delightful Exploration of Humorous Wit

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Joshua C Smith manages to develop a masterclass in wit, and the greatest writers of it, while still presenting the material in a thoroughly enjoyable fashion. Equal parts a lesson in great writing and a humorous summer read, this book will surely appeal to students, fans of these great authors, and those looking for a good laugh. Excellent narration in this audiobook version as well. Highly recommended!

A must read for fans of great humor

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Want to learn about wit? This is the ebook for you! A beautiful collection of the masters of wit.
A fantastic analysis of these masters of wit that would prove invaluable to anyone wanting to learn about wit.
This ebook was complemented by a clear and on-point narration that is so suitable for this ebook.
I highly recommend this fun and witty ebook.

À collection of the masters of wit!

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