Tuesday, May 6, 2008, 12:42 AM - Anecdotes and jokes about writers, philosophers and scientists, British humor, history of England, Jokes and anecdotes of famous people
Posted by Court Jester
Lady Carteret, wife of the Lord Lieutenant, said to Swift one day, "The air of Ireland is excellent and healthy." "For God's sake, madam," said Swift, falling down before her, "don't say so in England, for if you do they will tax it."Posted by Court Jester
From The Book of Three Hundred Anecdotes
