Robert Benchley: 6 books

When Robert Benchley died in 1945, his obituaries read like love-letters from the world. Here is a collection of his short, whimsical, hilarious articles which show why. With befuddled and heroic bewilderment Benchley faces his problems. Among others are the mislaid locomotive, a dachshund...

Long before Jerry Seinfeld’s witty observations about “nothing,” Robert Benchley was finding humor in daily life. In this collection of his essays, originally published in 1922, Benchley offers his wry insights into the seemingly mundane with essays such as “How to Watch a Chess Match,” “Do Insects Think?” and “Reading the Funnies Aloud.”

First published in book form in 1921, this essay collection offers a multitude of witty examples of the humor found in everyday life. Whether he’s pondering or ranting, Benchley makes wry observations on such topics as energy conservation, the game of bridge, and learning to drive. They are as funny today as they were ninety years ago.

An American humorist best known for his work as a newspaper columnist and film actor. Table of Contents Love Conquers All Of All Things Of All Things - His humorous essays feature observations on daily life, from marriage, business, and gardening to newspapers, opera, trout fishing,...

This collections of essays is enhanced with numerous drawings to enrich the readers’ experience. This is the second of fifteen collections of Benchley's humorous essays and book reviews. While some references are dated, Benchley's rapier-sharp wit will amuse and entertain you. This volume contains...