Nonsense Books by Edward Lear
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Lear, Edward, 1812-1888
English
"Nonsense Books" by Edward Lear is a whimsical collection of nonsense verses and illustrations written during the late 19th century. This compilation features a multitude of delightful and absurd poems that embrace the nonsensical and fantastical nature of childhood imagination. Throughout the book, Lear weaves together humorous characters and absu...
playful and imaginative style of Edward Lear, where he presents a series of whimsical poems about various characters such as old men with peculiar traits and young ladies in amusing predicaments. From the Old Man of Derry who loves to see children merry to the Young Lady of Norway whose misadventures unfold, each verse showcases Lear's talent for crafting eccentric characters engaged in humorous, silly activities. The lighthearted tone and vibrant illustrations immediately establish a fantastical world, inviting readers to explore the joy and charm of nonsense literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Edward Allen
1 month agoSimply put, it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. Absolutely essential reading.
John Wilson
5 months agoI was pleasantly surprised because it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. A solid resource I will return to often.
Noah Rivera
5 months agoAfter looking for this everywhere, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. It exceeded all my expectations.
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Michael Jackson
5 months agoI rarely write reviews but the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. I couldn't put it down until the very end.