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Cupids Cyclopedia

John Cecil Clay, Oliver Herford

Dive into Cupids Cyclopedia, a delightful 1910 work by the witty English-born American humorist, Oliver Herford, with the talented illustrator John Cecil Clay. Renowned for his sharp humor and clever quips—like “Many are called but few get up” and “Only the young die good”—Herford presents a whimsical alphabetical compilation of words and their definitions that explore the whimsical journey of true love. The book concludes with Amoria, a playful essay that serves as an imaginative travelogue to “the most ancient and honorable country upon the earth’s surface.” Enhanced by numerous illustrations, Herfords insights become even more entertaining and accessible. Although an appendix is mentioned, it has been removed, adding an air of mystery to this charming piece. (Summary by David Wales)

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August 19 · 4 hr 33 min
Advice to Young Men and Boys-Benjamin Comegys
Dive into Cupids Cyclopedia, a delightful 1910 work by the witty English-born American humorist, Oliver Herford, with the talented illustrator John Cecil Clay. Renowned for his sharp humor and clever quips—like “Many are called but few get up” and...
August 18 · 5 hr 17 min
Eugenics and Other Evils-G. K. Chesterton
Dive into Cupids Cyclopedia, a delightful 1910 work by the witty English-born American humorist, Oliver Herford, with the talented illustrator John Cecil Clay. Renowned for his sharp humor and clever quips—like “Many are called but few get up” and...
August 17 · 1 hr 2 min
Religio Journalistici-Christopher Morley
Dive into Cupids Cyclopedia, a delightful 1910 work by the witty English-born American humorist, Oliver Herford, with the talented illustrator John Cecil Clay. Renowned for his sharp humor and clever quips—like “Many are called but few get up” and...
August 16 · 1 hr 42 min
Coffee Break Collection 022 - Days Gone By-Various
Dive into Cupids Cyclopedia, a delightful 1910 work by the witty English-born American humorist, Oliver Herford, with the talented illustrator John Cecil Clay. Renowned for his sharp humor and clever quips—like “Many are called but few get up” and...
August 15 · 5 hr 11 min
Winnowed Wisdom-Stephen Leacock
Dive into Cupids Cyclopedia, a delightful 1910 work by the witty English-born American humorist, Oliver Herford, with the talented illustrator John Cecil Clay. Renowned for his sharp humor and clever quips—like “Many are called but few get up” and...
August 11 · 6 hr 5 min
Post Mortem Essays, Historical And Medical-Charles MacLaurin
Dive into Cupids Cyclopedia, a delightful 1910 work by the witty English-born American humorist, Oliver Herford, with the talented illustrator John Cecil Clay. Renowned for his sharp humor and clever quips—like “Many are called but few get up” and...
August 10 · 1 hr 36 min
Three Essays by James Freeman Clarke-James Freeman Clarke
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August 10 · 3 hr 59 min
Meaning of Life and Other Essays-Alban Goodier, S.J
Dive into Cupids Cyclopedia, a delightful 1910 work by the witty English-born American humorist, Oliver Herford, with the talented illustrator John Cecil Clay. Renowned for his sharp humor and clever quips—like “Many are called but few get up” and...
August 8 · 5 hr 28 min
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August 7 · 4 hr 14 min
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August 7 · 3 hr 55 min
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August 6 · 3 hr 39 min
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August 5 · 6 hr 28 min
Essays on Things-William Lyon Phelps
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Nov 11, 2025 · 19 min
03 - Amoria
Dive into Cupids Cyclopedia, a delightful 1910 work by the witty English-born American humorist, Oliver Herford, with the talented illustrator John Cecil Clay. Renowned for his sharp humor and clever quips—like “Many are called but few get up” and...
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Nov 11, 2025 · 44 min
02 - Letters A - Z
Dive into Cupids Cyclopedia, a delightful 1910 work by the witty English-born American humorist, Oliver Herford, with the talented illustrator John Cecil Clay. Renowned for his sharp humor and clever quips—like “Many are called but few get up” and...
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Nov 11, 2025 · 1 min
01 - Author's Note
Dive into Cupids Cyclopedia, a delightful 1910 work by the witty English-born American humorist, Oliver Herford, with the talented illustrator John Cecil Clay. Renowned for his sharp humor and clever quips—like “Many are called but few get up” and...
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