For over 30 years, in lieu of Christmas cards, the distinguished historian John Julius Norwich has been sending friends his Christmas Crackers—personal collections of quirky quotes and literary odds and ends. Every decade, these have been collected into an anthology. Now Quentin Blake has made a selection of his favorite pieces, illustrating them in his own inimitable style. From curious dictionary definitions to Benjamin Franklin’s account of inventing bifocals, this cracker is stuffed with surprising, offbeat, often hilarious gems.
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For over thirty years, in lieu of Christmas cards, the distinguished historian John Julius Norwich has been sending friends his Christmas Crackers—personal collections of quirky quotes and literary odds and ends. Every decade, these have been collected into an anthology. Now Quentin Blake has made a selection of his favorite pieces, illustrating them in his own inimitable style. From curious dictionary definitions (Carphology. Delirious fumbling with the bedclothes.) to Benjamin Franklin's account of inventing bifocals, this cracker is stuffed with surprising, offbeat, often hilarious gems.
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Biography for John Julius Norwich LORD NORWICH is one of Britain's foremost historians. Biography for Quentin Blake QUENTIN BLAKE is Britain's leading illustrator, and was chosen as the first Children's Laureate
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A CLASSIC !!,
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An excellent collection of Lord Norwichs wit! If you like some intelligent writing, then go no farther! By the by, his History of Venice and of Byzantium are also worthy of possible purchase.
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