""The Humor of Italy"" is a book written by W. H. Dircks and published in 1893. The book explores the unique sense of humor found in Italy, from the witty and satirical writings of famous Italian authors to the comical and often absurd situations found in everyday life. Dircks delves into the history of Italian humor, tracing its roots back to ancient times and examining its evolution over the centuries. He also provides translations of some of the most famous Italian comedic works, including plays, poems, and short stories. Through his exploration of Italian humor, Dircks offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and social context of Italy during the late 19th century. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Italian culture, literature, or humor.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.