The Complete Nonsense and Other Verse
The Complete Nonsense and Other Verse by Edward Lear is a first edition published by Penguin Books Limited on September 7, 2006. This collection showcases Lear’s unique approach to humor through a variety of whimsical poems and verses, featuring a cast of eccentric characters such as the Dong with a luminous nose and the Pobble who has no toes. The book includes beloved pieces like “The Owl and the Pussy-cat” and “The Quangle Wangle’s Hat,” along with comic limericks, stories, letters, alphabets, and recipes, all enhanced by Lear’s imaginative illustrations.
Readers will discover a rich tapestry of nonsense that reflects Lear’s philosophy of life, highlighting the absurdities of Victorian society while celebrating the joy of creativity. The collection spans 564 pages and is presented in English, making it accessible to a wide audience. With its blend of humor and literary criticism, this edition invites readers to explore the playful and often surreal world that Edward Lear crafted, appealing to both children and adults who appreciate the charm of verse and the art of nonsense.
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‘Nonsense is the breath of my nostrils’, wrote Edward Lear (1812-88), and this collection demonstrates the wonderfully varied ways in which he pursued his philosophy of life. He created an extraordinary world filled with bizarre creatures – from the Dong with a luminous nose to the Pobble who has no toes – who misbehave with joyful abandon. Here can be found such exuberant and timeless verse as ‘The Owl and the Pussy-cat’, ‘The Quangle Wangle’s Hat’ and numerous comic limericks, along with stories, letters, alphabets and recipes, all accompanied throughout with his fantastical line drawings. Gently pointing out human follies and the absurdities of the conventional Victorian society in which he lived, Lear’s nonsense has enchanted children and adults alike for generations.
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