Comedy 12

Eliot, Heaney, Auden, Larkin, Plath. Faber & Faber are famous the world over for publishing the works of the giants of poetry. And now with My Prefect Cousin they are proud to introduce to you the p……続きを見る

Finally, a book to bring you a smile, guaranteed! Laughing at Life is a col- lection of Ed Kaiser’s best or most entertaining stories to date. This is the perfect gift for someone who needs a chuckl……続きを見る

From its first episode in 1973, Open All Hours was an instant hit. Audiences around Britain loved its familiar setting, good natured humour, and the hilarious partnership of Ronnie Barker and David ……続きを見る

A fellow was talking at the bar in a pub in Virginia, County Cavan: “I don’t know where all this fuss about smoking is coming from. I’ve been smoking for forty years and there’s nothing wrong with m……続きを見る

Wealthy countryman Mr. Hardcastle arranges for his daughter Kate to meet Charles Marlow, the son of a wealthy Londoner, hoping the pair will marry. Unfortunately Marlow is nervous around upper-class……続きを見る

**The must-have puzzle book from the nation's favourite quiz show: endless entertainment for all the family! Full marks from happy quizzers around the UK:** 'A great book for family quiz night or a ……続きを見る

If you want to make it in stand-up comedy, this book is a must-read. If you want to write comedy, this book is a must-read. If you simply enjoy comedy, this book is a must-read. Comic Insights ……続きを見る

Well hello to you, Dear Book Peruser and thank you for your kind interest in my book o'Miranda. Here you will find my favourite six scripts, hand-picked from all three series, with introductions by ……続きを見る

Frank Skinner is undoubtedly one of the funniest and most successful comedians appearing on British screens. Born Chris Collins in 1957 he grew up in the West Midlands where he inherited his father'……続きを見る

My Lot is a two act comedy that is a tribute to the modern day family who, despite the issues with 21st century living, can and do still carry the strength and values family life needs. Despite how ……続きを見る

Ant and Dec have spent 30 years working together on TV. They've won over 100 awards, become national treasures and through it all they've remained best friends. From jungles to pubs, youth clubs to ……続きを見る

When Dave Allen passed away in March 2005, we lost a true comedy great. Sitting cross-legged on a high stool, whiskey in one hand, cigarette in the other, Dave Allen's exasperated commentaries on th……続きを見る

The New York Times number one bestseller from the Saturday Night Live and Parks and Recreation star. In Amy Poehler's highly anticipated memoir, Yes Please, she offers up a big juicy stew of persona……続きを見る

There is probably no comedian so instantly recognisable, either by voice or appearance, than Billy Connolly.  His heavy Glaswegian accent, which might have made him a regional figure, has added……続きを見る

Joan Rivers is without a doubt the most fearlessly outspoken and controversial comedienne in the world. She has delighted or outraged millions with her biting, sometimes savage wit which is frequent……続きを見る

Drag queens, drinking, and fun...oh my! “The Harlot’s Guide to Classy Cocktails” is a modern twist on the coffee table cookbook. Follow these recipes to create delicious libations, which are sure to……続きを見る

A doorstopper of a collection of the very best of both contemporary and classic British wit and humour. From Monty Python's 'Nudge, nudge, wink, wink, say no more . . .' to Dan Antopolski's 'Hedgeho……続きを見る

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THE SUNDAY TIMES-BESTSELLING BOOK BY ONE OF BRITAIN'S BEST-LOVED COMIC WRITERS **Pre-order now: David Mitchell's new book Dishonesty is the Second-best Policy** There are many aspects of modern life……続きを見る

LEARN HOW TO WRITE AND PERFORM STAND UP COMEDY. A new edition of Be A Great Stand-Up, now fully revised and updated with new material on setting up and running a comedy night and mining almost any s……続きを見る

I have worked in construction for many years (since 1978) and worked in many countries including the UK, the Channel Islands, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Qatar, Istanbul, Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Kuwait……続きを見る

In A Vulgar Art, Ian Brodie uses a folkloristic approach to stand-up comedy, engaging the discipline's central method of studying interpersonal, artistic communication and performance. Because stand……続きを見る

Conned Dee and Donald Ducksfeld “discover” the Al Stinkeroo, Iraq’s megafartacious WMD (Weapon of Mass Destruction), and demand that Iraq be totally disarmedーevery steel knife in the country to be ……続きを見る

The best jokes, gags and scenes from a true British comedy classic. ‘They don't like it up 'em!’ 'People shout the "Don't tell him, Pike!" line at me regularly – and I didn't even say it!’ Philip Ma……続きを見る

You’ll never guess what he’s selling… Available for the first time on ebook, the classic sex comedy from the 70s. Being a Travelling Salesman shouldn’t have this many perks – but then most salesmen ……続きを見る

Nice girls come at a price… The CONFESSIONS series, the brilliant sex comedies from the 70s, available for the first time in eBook. There is something more than a little fishy about Sammy Fish, boss……続きを見る

Lock him up and throw away the key… Available for the first time in eBook, the classic sex comedy from the 70s. Timmy has been a very naughty boy and its all gruel and hard labour? Or is it? Our you……続きを見る

The real story behind Dame Edna, the international superstar! Written by the legendary Barry Humphries himself. 'I'm suing!!' Dame Edna Everage 'Humphries is Australia's John Betjeman' Mail on Sunda……続きを見る

If you go down to the woods today, you’re in for a BIG surprise… Another romping tale from Timothy Lea’s CONFESSIONS series, available for the first time in eBook. Available for the first time on eB……続きを見る

A Lord of the Rings for the 21st century. Only a lot shorter. And funnier. And completely different. Conor thought he was an average teenager. OK, so his father only had one hand, spoke to him in an……続きを見る