The Treasury Of Modern Anecdote : Kessinger Publishing : 9781432537579 : 1432537571 : 01 Jun 2007 : The Treasury of Modern Anecdote is a book compiled by W. Davenport Adams that features a selection of witty and humorous sayings from the last hundred years. The book includes anecdotes from notable figures such as Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, and Winston Churchill, as well as lesser-known individuals. The anecdotes cover a wide range of topics, from politics and society to everyday life, and are organized thematically. The book is a delightful read for anyone looking for a good laugh or a clever quip.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work