Walter Jerrold Libri

A magnificent treasury of popular fables, this rare compilation offers a bounty of delightful images by artist and engraver Charles Robinson, a premier Golden Age illustrator. Black-and-white line art appears on nearly every page of this hardcover volume, in addition to 28 plates of full- and two-color images. Decorative initials and borders, hand lettering, silhouettes, and other ornaments embellish renderings of more than 140 fables, some expressed in simple, direct language and others rendered in charming verse. Includes such familiar tales as "The Fox and the Grapes," "A City Mouse and a Country Mouse," and "The Dog in a Manger," as well as lesser-known stories.

Travel back in time to the 1700s and become immersed in the clever and witty verbal exchanges of the era's elite. From aristocrats to statesmen, this anthology compiles some of the most notable bon-mots of the age of Enlightenment.

If you love witty banter and clever wordplay, then "Bon-Mots of Samuel Foote and Theodore Hook" is the book for you. This delightful volume collects some of the best bon-mots (witty sayings) from two of the most celebrated wits of the 18th century. Whether you're looking for a snappy comeback or just some entertainment, Foote and Hook have got you covered.

Culturally significant and historically valuable, this work has been carefully reproduced from its original artifact, preserving its authenticity. Readers will encounter original copyright references and library stamps, reflecting its journey through important libraries worldwide. The preservation of these elements highlights the work's importance in the collective knowledge base of civilization.