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Cupid's Cyclopedia

John Cecil Clay

Cupid's Cyclopedia

Cupid's Cyclopedia

John Cecil Clay

Cupid's Cyclopedia, published in 1910, is a humorous work by English-born American author Oliver Herford, with illustrations by John Cecil Clay. This alphabetical compilation offers witty definitions related to love, showcasing Herford's mastery of satire and humor. The book concludes with 'Amoria,' a playful essay that serves as a travelogue to a fictional land of love. The text is enriched with illustrations that enhance the comedic elements of the definitions.

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This 1910 short work is by the English-born American humorist, satirist, and illustrator Oliver Herford, aided by anothe...

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John Cecil Clay
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American illustrator known for genre and caricature paintings, especially of young women.

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