Description
1955 Sterling Publishing Edition. Teal pattern library binding. Cover has staining and noticeable wear on corners and top/bottom of spine. Pages are yellowed and lightly stained but completely readable. Binding is secure.
This well-loved copy of “Humorous Monologues” by Vernon Howard and Audrey E. Witchern offers a glimpse into the world of mid-20th century American theater. Published in 1955 by Sterling Publishing, this volume collects a series of comedic monologues written by Howard, a prolific author of self-help books, and Witchern, an actress and writer. The teal library binding and signs of wear speak to its popularity in lending libraries of the era, where patrons sought entertaining diversions from their daily lives.
While little is known about Witchern’s contributions, Howard’s monologues likely drew upon his keen observations of human nature and wry wit, qualities that made his later works on personal development so resonant. For collectors of vintage theater ephemera or students of American humor, this book offers a charming time capsule of the post-war era’s comedic sensibilities. Despite its age and modest signs of use, the secure binding and readable pages ensure that these humorous monologues can continue to delight new audiences.
