Old English Jest-Books V8 (1864)

The Old English Jest-Books V8 is a book compiled by William Carew Hazlitt in 1864. It is a collection of humorous stories and anecdotes from medieval England, originally published in various forms during the 16th and 17th centuries. The book includes tales of tricksters, fools, and jesters, as well as jokes and satirical commentary on social and political issues of the time. The stories are written in Old English, which may be challenging for modern readers, but provides a fascinating glimpse into the language and culture of the past. Hazlitt's introduction provides historical context and insight into the origins and evolution of these jest-books. This edition of the Old English Jest-Books is a valuable resource for scholars and anyone interested in the history of English literature and humor.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.