Description
Author Gene Shalit (Editor)
Publisher Doubleday & Company, Inc.
Format Hardcover, First Edition with Brodart protection
condition fine condition Signed with a personal inscription by Gene Shalit
Summary
Laughing Matters: A Celebration of American Humor, selected and edited by the iconic critic and humorist Gene Shalit, is a masterfully curated tribute to the comedic voices that shaped the American spirit. This first edition hardcover is more than a collection—it’s a joyous parade of wit, satire, and storytelling from a who's who of 20th-century humorists. Featuring selections that range from the slyly subversive to the downright absurd, Shalit offers readers a generous sampling of laugh-out-loud moments from literary legends, columnists, and comedians. His introductions and commentary add charm and insight, reminding us that humor is both mirror and balm to the American psyche.
What makes this particular copy a treasure is the personal touch—a signed and warmly inscribed note from Gene Shalit himself, adding provenance and personality to this collectible edition. Encased in a protective Brodart cover, this volume is in excellent condition and perfect for lovers of comedy, cultural history, and rare finds.
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