""Eli Perkins Wit, Humor and Pathos"" is a biography of Eli Perkins, a 19th-century American humorist and lecturer. Written by Melville Landon, the book chronicles Perkins' life and career, from his early days as a printer's apprentice to his rise as a popular public speaker and writer. Landon explores Perkins' unique brand of humor, which combined wit and satire with a deep sense of empathy and compassion, as well as his ability to connect with audiences...