The Book of Nonsense, first published in 1846, stands alone as the ultimate and most loved expression in English of freewheeling, benign, and unconstricted merriment. The poems of the book tell the stories of the owls, hen, larks, and their nests in his beard, and other fey fauna and peculiar persons. They all inhabit the uniquely inspired nonsense rhymes and drawings of Lear, who was a 20th child of a London stockbroker.
The Book of Nonsense, first published in 1846, stands alone as the ultimate and most loved expression in English of freewheeling, benign, and unconstr...
Edward Lear's 'The Book of Nonsense' is a delightful collection of whimsical and humorous poetry and limericks. Published in 1846, this book captures Lear's unique literary style characterized by its playful language and nonsensical themes. The literary context of the book reflects the Victorian era's fascination with humor and wordplay, making 'The Book of Nonsense' a beloved classic that continues to charm readers of all ages. Lear's use of clever wordplay and imaginative illustrations sets this book apart as a timeless work of literary nonsense. The book offers a lighthearted escape into a...
Edward Lear's 'The Book of Nonsense' is a delightful collection of whimsical and humorous poetry and limericks. Published in 1846, this book captures ...
