Florilège des insultes et satires des Bretons is a compact, 132‑page collection that gathers the sharp wit and colorful language of Breton culture. Compiled by Philippe Camby, the book presents a curated selection of traditional insults and satirical remarks that have been passed down through generations in Brittany. The text offers readers a linguistic window into the region’s dialects, showcasing the playful and sometimes biting humor that characterizes Breton speech. While the work is primarily a linguistic and cultural artifact, it also serves as a useful reference for scholars of French dialectology and for anyone interested in the idiosyncratic expressions that define Breton identity. The edition, published in 1999, is available in paperback and is identified by ISBN 2843620511 (ISBN‑10) and 9782843620515 (ISBN‑13).

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