
audiobook
MR. PUNCH’S SCOTTISH HUMOUR
“N.B.”
“AS ITHERS SEE US”
LINES BY A SCOTSMAN
THE LUNNON TWANG
SCOTLAND YET
SONG OF A LONDON SCOT.
THE EGREGIOUS ENGLISHMAN
A SECOND VISIT TO SCOTLAND
“THE HIELAND BEAUTY”
Step into a lively parade of Scottish wit, where the mischievous voice of Mr. Punch gathers jokes, anecdotes, and sketches that celebrate the humor of the north. Illustrated by a host of Victorian artists, each page offers a quick visual punchline to accompany the quip, making the experience feel like a bustling tavern conversation. The collection draws from the rich tradition of Scots storytelling, from dry barroom banter to the exuberant chatter of the Highlands.
Readers will meet characters such as the earnest minister, the wayward James, and the ever‑present Sandy, all rendered with gentle affection and a wink toward English perspectives. While the jokes poke fun at stereotypes, they also reveal a warm admiration for the Scotch love of whisky, stubbornness, and sudden generosity. Perfect for a short listening break, the anthology delivers a steady stream of chuckles without ever venturing into heavy plot twists.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (82K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Chris Curnow, Elisa and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2015-06-28
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

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