Stephen Butler Leacock (1869–1944) was a pre-eminent Canadian humorist and economist. Renowned for his light-hearted and witty style, he penned numerous books, essays, and articles that have continued to delight readers for over a century. Leacock's work is characterized by its satirical edge and commentary on the social mores of his time. His keen observations on human folly made him one of the m...