Lear, Edward
The Complete Nonsense and Other Verse (Penguin Classics)
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- ISBN 13:
- 9780140424652
- author:
- Lear, Edward
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 624
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 3.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Humour
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Edward Lear's Nonsense is a wonderfully varied collection of verse, stories, and illustrations that showcase his unique philosophy of life. With its exuberant and timeless creations, this book has enchanted readers for generations.
Inside, you'll find a world of bizarre creatures, from the Dong with a luminous nose to the Pobble who has no toes, who misbehave with joyful abandon. Alongside these fantastical characters, Lear's comic limericks, alphabets, and recipes are accompanied by his iconic line drawings.
This collection gently points out human follies and the absurdities of Victorian society, making it a charming read for both children and adults.
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