More Nonsense By: Edward Lear (1812-1888) |
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More Nonsense by Edward Lear is a delightful collection of nonsensical poems and limericks that will leave readers of all ages amused and entertained. Lear, known for his witty and whimsical writing style, showcases his incredible talent for creating absurd and humorous verses throughout the book.
The collection is divided into sections, each containing a variety of poems and limericks filled with imaginative characters, nonsensical situations, and playful wordplay. Lear's poems often follow a specific rhythmic pattern and rhyming scheme, making them incredibly fun to read aloud or recite. The author's mastery of language and clever use of puns and wordplay adds an extra layer of enjoyment to the book.
One of the most notable aspects of More Nonsense is Lear's ability to construct vivid and nonsensical worlds within his poems. From talking animals and peculiar creatures to unusual landscapes and nonsensical scenarios, each poem presents a unique and captivating tapestry of absurdity. Readers will find themselves immersed in a whimsical realm where logic takes a backseat and imagination reigns supreme.
While the poems are undeniably humorous, they also possess a subtle charm and underlying wisdom. Lear's witty observations on human nature, society, and the world around us can be found hidden beneath the surface of the nonsensical verses. This adds an interesting depth to the collection, making it enjoyable on multiple levels.
Another notable aspect of More Nonsense is Lear's delightful illustrations, which accompany many of the poems and limericks. His whimsical drawings perfectly complement the absurdity of the verses, bringing the characters and settings to life in a visually captivating manner.
More Nonsense by Edward Lear is a timeless classic that continues to enchant readers with its imaginative and lighthearted verses. Whether read to children as a bedtime story or enjoyed by adults for a quick laugh, this collection is bound to leave its readers with a smile on their faces. Lear's talent for crafting nonsensical poetry is unparalleled, and this book is a testament to his enduring legacy as a master of the genre. Pictures, Rhymes, Botany, etc. by EDWARD LEAR [Illustration] CONTENTS NONSENSE BOTANY ONE HUNDRED NONSENSE PICTURES AND RHYMES TWENTY SIX NONSENSE RHYMES AND PICTURES [Illustration] INTRODUCTION In offering this little book the third of its kind to the public, I am glad to take the opportunity of recording the pleasure I have received at the appreciation its predecessors have met with, as attested by their wide circulation, and by the universally kind notices of them from the Press. To have been the means of administering innocent mirth to thousands, may surely be a just motive for satisfaction, and an excuse for grateful expression. At the same time, I am desirous of adding a few words as to the history of the two previously published volumes, and more particularly of the first or original "Book of Nonsense," relating to which many absurd reports have crept into circulation, such as that it was the composition of the late Lord Brougham, the late Earl of Derby, etc.; that the rhymes and pictures are by different persons; or that the whole have a symbolical meaning, etc.; whereas, every one of the Rhymes was composed by myself, and every one of the Illustrations drawn by my own hand at the time the verses were made... Continue reading book >>
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