Richard Walser 
Tar Heel Laughter 

One of the few books concerned solely with the humor of a single state, this volume includes samples of what North Carolinians have laughed at — and with — from 1709 to the present. It is a rich anthology of Tar Heel anecdotes, homespun quips, hilarious stories, folklore, exaggerations, and observations. In this wide range of humor, Walser has provided a valuable recording of American folklore and the social history of North Carolina.

About the author

The late Richard Walser was professor emeritus of English at North Carolina State University. He was editor of several books, including Poets of North Carolina, North Carolina Drama, and Short Stories from the Old North State.