Facetiae Cantabrigienses: Consisting Of Anecdotes, Smart Sayings, Satirics, Retorts, Etc., By Or Relating To Celebrated Cantabs (1825)

Facetiae Cantabrigienses is a book published in 1825 and written by Richard Gooch. The book is a collection of anecdotes, smart sayings, satirical remarks, and retorts, all related to or by celebrated Cantabs. Cantabs refers to students or alumni of the University of Cambridge in England. The book is a humorous and witty portrayal of the life and culture of the university during the early 19th century. The author has gathered a wide range of material from various sources, including personal conversations, letters, and published works. The book provides a glimpse into the social and intellectual life of the university and the personalities that inhabited it. The anecdotes and sayings are often ribald or irreverent, reflecting the playful and sometimes bawdy nature of the university culture. Overall, Facetiae Cantabrigienses is an entertaining and informative read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Cambridge University.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.