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A Treasury of Newfoundland Humour and Wit J Burke Illustrated edition

Dr. Joe Burke, a native Newfoundlander (Canada), delights in telling stories about his fun loving countrymen. Someone has to keep the humour mills running in Canada, he says, or we will all die of melancholy.
There is little chance of that when you read, A Treasury of Newfoundland Humour and Wit. Dr. Burke has provided for us a rare collection of the most humourous anecdotes and wit attributed to the fun loving people of the happy province is a rare collection of the most humorous anecdotes and wit of the province of Newfoundland.
To add to your enjoyment, L. B. Jenson has contributed immeasurably in providing illustrations that depict Newfoundland's scenic beauty and way of life.