The Penguin Dictionary of Modern Humorous Quotations

by Fred Metcalf

From Woody Allen to P.G. Wodehouse, the last hundred years offer a rich banquet of humor. Just about any topic under the sun can inspire witty remarks. Fred Metcalf's clearly cross-referenced anthology provides countless gems--ideal for after-dinner speakers, would-be wags, and anyone in search of hours of amusement.

Genres: Reference, Nonfiction, Humor, Dictionaries, Language

400 pages, Paperback

First published February 3, 1987

Reviews

[Kay · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm not thrilled with the arrangement or sturdiness of this book, though the organization by theme ("Pregnancy," "Film," "Sin," etc.) can at times be useful.

[Darlene Messenger · Rating 5 out of 5]

Need a pithy quote? Something for the wedding speech? Or just a good laugh? This book is for you! Organized alphabetically by subject, it's easy to select something to add to a conversation or meeting when you've got this at hand. Won't fit in your pocket though, it's too big. I wanted a few quotations for my reading journal and this book was able to provide a few for my journal.

[Inggita · Rating 3 out of 5]

quite dangerous if you're reading it in the bus - and start laughing - you might miss your stop. gus Dur will appreciate it.

[Alana Muir · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's a book of quotes. Some are good. Some are dull. It's as good as any other quote collection I've read.