Write a short note on Addison's humour Or Comment on Addison's use of wit and humour in his essays Joseph Addison - was a social satirist He worked with Richard Steele - They published The Spectator in Addison s essays became known for their gentle humour He made readers think and smile at the same time His jokes were always polite and soft Let us mention his wit and humour in the following Gentle and Polite Humour Addison s humour was never cruel He laughed at minor faults not big sins His words were kind never sharp or rude He wanted to correct people not mock them His humour made readers accept their mistakes cheerfully Making Fun of Everyday Life Addison wrote about common people and situations He observed daily habits and funny actions He said I live in the world rather as a Spectator of mankind He used daily