A Tale for the Ages… Sort Of
Grandma decided it was time to nurture her grandson’s love for reading, and what better way than with a classic? Unfortunately, this “thoughtful” gift turned into a comedy routine thanks to the book’s hilariously unfortunate title. Sure, Horatio Alger’s story is about morality and hard work, but let’s just say that name printed across the cover isn’t doing anyone any favors.
The kid’s face says it all—disbelief and secondhand embarrassment. Yet, in a weird way, this might be the perfect gift. If nothing else, it’s an instant conversation starter and a guaranteed icebreaker at awkward family reunions. Who knew self-improvement could come wrapped in such unintentional hilarity?
