Chronicle Books | Book | The Essential Compendium of Dad Jokes

When does a joke become a Dad Joke? When it becomes apparent.

And yes… that pretty much tells you exactly what you're in for.

The Essential Compendium of Dad Jokes brings together 301 of the best worst jokes — the groan-worthy classics, new twists on old favourites and plenty of fresh material for Dad to add to his repertoire.

Created for fathers, patient partners, tolerant children and anyone who secretly enjoys a really good bad joke, this book delivers page after page of gloriously silly humour the whole family can get involved in.

Alongside the jokes, you'll find original illustrations, interesting tidbits, joke-telling pointers and profiles of legendary Dad Jokers — because apparently there really is an art to delivering a terrible joke properly.

At 272 pages, there’s enough material here to keep Dad going for quite some time. Unfortunately for everyone else.

Why We Love It

• Packed with 301 Dad Jokes
• Includes classics and new material
• Plenty of gloriously groan-worthy humour
• Fun original illustrations
• Joke-telling tips to perfect Dad's delivery
• Interesting facts and entertaining extras
• Family-friendly silliness
• Perfect for Father's Day
• Brilliant birthday or Christmas gift for Dad
• Great little add-on to a Father's Day gift bundle
• Ideal for the Dad who is already convinced he's hilarious

Pages: 272
Size: 132mm × 185mm
ISBN: 9781452182797
Jokes: 301
Suitable For: Dads, aspiring Dad Jokers and everyone forced to listen to them

301 Dad Jokes. One book. Absolutely no guarantee the family will still invite him to dinner.