• The Second Ribald Reader - Fehmerling Books
  • The back cover of the vintage Dell First Edition paperback 'The Second Ribald Reader' edited by A. M. Krich. Against a weathered green background, bold yellow text proclaims 'THREE THOUSAND YEARS OF RIBALDRY'. The blurb describes the book as a 'convincing anthology of amorous adventures' and lists featured authors including Lucretius, Saadi, Masuccio, Straparola, Cellini, Casanova, and Schnitzler.
  • Side-angle view of 'The Second Ribald Reader' resting on a neutral background. The spine prominently displays the Dell First Edition logo and the publisher code B104, reflecting the well-read condition of this anthology of amorous adventures. The screen captures the genuine vintage aging of a copy originally published in 1956.
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Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, and Short Stories

The Second Ribald Reader

The Second Ribald Reader

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A Classic Erotic Literature Anthology of Historical Satire, Amorous Tales, and World Wit

Edited by A. M. Krich, this classic vintage paperback anthology compiles historical, humorous, and erotic short writings across centuries of world literature.

Featuring selections from classical antiquity, Renaissance fabliaux, Restoration satires, and 19th-century amorous tales, the volume explores love, passion, and human folly across diverse cultures and literary periods.

Why You’ll Love This Book

A. M. Krich compiles a lively anthology of bawdy, satirical, and romantic prose across world literary history. Essential reading for lovers of Boccaccio's Decameron, Geoffrey Chaucer, and classic literary anthologies.

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Binding: Paperback

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Publisher: Dell First Edition C104

Pages: 416

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  • A. M. Krich

Language: English

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