Nonsense Drolleries: The Owl & The Pussy-Cat—The Duck & The Kangaroo.: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
Nonsense Drolleries: The Owl & The Pussy-Cat—The Duck & The Kangaroo.: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Nonsense Drolleries: The Owl & The Pussy-Cat—The Duck & The Kangaroo. is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Lear, Edward (1812–1888).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Nonsense Drolleries" by Edward Lear is a whimsical collection of nonsense poetry written during the late 19th century. This book features delightful verses that convey a playful and imaginative world, primarily focusing on the enchanting tales of "The Owl and the Pussy-Cat" and "The Duck and the Kangaroo." It captures the essence of Lear's unique style, blending humor and fantasy in a way that appeals to both children and adults. The book presents two main poems that celebrate friendship and adventure. In "The Owl and the Pussy-Cat," a charming story unfolds as an owl and a cat go on a journey across the sea, eventually getting married with the help of a pig who sells them a ring. They enjoy a whimsical feast and dance under the moonlight. Similarly, "The Duck and the Kangaroo" depicts a conversation between a duck and a kangaroo, where the duck expresses a desire to travel and hop like the kangaroo. After some persuasion, the kangaroo agrees to take the duck on an adventurous ride, showcasing themes of companionship and exploring the world together, filled with poetic imagination and playful language.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Nonsense Drolleries: The Owl & The Pussy-Cat—The Duck & The Kangaroo.
- Author credits: Lear, Edward (1812–1888)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Children's literature
- English wit and humor
- Humorous poetry, English
- Nonsense verses, English
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Humour
- Category: Poetry
- Children's Picture Books
- Children's Verse
- Humor
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