Encyclopedia of Jewish Humor: From Biblical Times to the Modern Age compiled and edited by Henry D. Spalding, with a glossary by Dorothy H. Rochmis. Published by Jonathan David Publishers, New York.
"Hundreds of colorful, witty, and downright hilarious stories, anecdotes, quips, jokes, and yarns reflect and poke fun at Jewish culture from ancient times to the present." This is the Fourth Printing, April 1973 (copyright 1969). The book features a wide-ranging collection of Jewish humor from ancient times through the modern age, with sections on religion, family life, tightwads, and much more. The dust cover is a bit beat up, but otherwise in very good condition.
This is just one of several Judaica books pulled from my Mom's bookshelves. To find the rest just search my listings.
1. The Soncino Edition of the Pentateuch and Haftorahs - 1967 2nd edition - $10
2. Encyclopedia of Jewish Humor - 1973 4th edition - $10
3. Pictorial History of the Jewish People - 1963 14th printing - $10
4. The School Haggadah - 1958 - $5
5. Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Coloring Book - 1960 - $5
These books have been sitting on Mom's bookshelf for at least half a century. Some of them are from my childhood. All are in good to fair condition. The two children's books do have some of my 10 year old coloring and doodling. For more information on any particular book please search out the individual listing for the book.
Mom collected antiques her entire life. She loved going to flea markets and thrift stores in search of hidden treasures. Mom actually used to have an antique store on Gramercy Park. Now that she has passed I am selling off those pieces from the store that she brought home after high rents forced her out of business.
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