Historic Jokes - Stuff That I Find Interesting

The video explores the history of jokes, starting with the oldest known joke from Samaria in 1900 BC, followed by Egyptian humor 300 years later. It then discusses Greek jokes and misogynistic humor, highlighting a collection of jokes from 4th century Greece. The focus shifts to English humor, covering Victorian jokes and 18th-century collections like Joe Miller's jests. Finally, it delves into Anglo-Saxon riddles from the Exeter Book, showcasing the evolution of humor across different cultures and eras.

What is the significance of Joe Miller's jests mentioned in the text?

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Explain the riddle from the Exeter book and its answer.

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