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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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"""This is a jolly jaunt down the path of farce, irony and humour where they all come together to salute the use and understanding of the craft. I took my time to read this book and enjoyed re-visiting the works of P G Wodehouse and Charles Dickens, in particular. Recommended for lovers of the English language, and those who wish to become more proficient in their writing."" ""Put simply, Smith's The Ways to Wit is as much a finely-tuned analysis of how wit functions, with numerous examples, as it is a love poem of the author to the masters he cites. Smith is passionate about wit..."" ""The Ways to Wit""by Joshua Smith is an engaging collection that celebrates cleverness and humor. Each piece showcases Smith's sharp wit and keen observations, making readers smile and think. The writing is accessible and enjoyable, perfect for anyone who appreciates smart, light-hearted commentary on life's quirks. This book is a great pick for those who enjoy humor and clever insights."" ""This book...oh it's a good one! Buy in bulk to give to your friends (I'm totally serious). This book had me read the introduction and then dive deep to figure out who the author was...because woah, talk about wit! His introduction and analysis of other writers we associate with wit is amazing, not the least of which because the writing is WITTY."""

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Joshua Smith is a writer, editor, linguist, and teacher based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After graduating Summa Cum Laude from West Chester University's Bachelor of English Literature program-wherein he concentrated on the aesthetic value within the works of Shakespeare and James Joyce-he attained a Master of Fine Arts in Fiction from Spalding University's School of Professional and Creative Writing. He is a dedicated humorist, satirist, and surrealist with a particular interest in rhetoric, prose, and finely written wit. He is the author of the best-selling comedy novel The Dream Journal of J.D. Solomon, and a collection of humorous essays, titled The Ways to Wit.

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