Description
Hardcover has some paint on it and spotting. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is secure.
This delightfully eccentric volume, “The Foolish Dictionary” by Gideon Wurdz, is a whimsical exploration of the English language that will delight bibliophiles and linguaphiles alike. Published in the early 20th century, it offers a satirical take on dictionaries by providing humorous, nonsensical definitions for words both real and imagined. Wurdz’s witty wordplay and penchant for puns make this book a true gem of its era, capturing the spirit of linguistic irreverence that was popular among the literary avant-garde of the time.
While the hardcover shows some signs of its age, with paint splatters and spotting adorning its surface, the interior pages remain clean and the binding sturdy – a testament to the book’s enduring appeal. The absence of a dust jacket only adds to its charm, inviting readers to judge this book not by its cover, but by the delightful linguistic hijinks within its pages. For collectors of vintage humor and word-lovers alike, this quirky lexicon offers a delightful glimpse into the playful side of language and the enduring power of wit.
