The Best Nonsense Verses By: Josephine Daskam Bacon (1876-1961)
Josephine Daskam Bacon's "The Best Nonsense Verses" is a delightful collection of whimsical and humorous poems. This book brings together a range of verses that are guaranteed to bring a smile to readers of all ages. With her knack for wordplay and clever rhyme schemes, Bacon takes readers on a whimsical journey through a world of absurdity and imagination. Each poem is a unique blend of nonsense and wit, with clever twists and turns that keep the reader engaged from start to finish. One of the highlights of this collection is Bacon's ability to effortlessly create vivid and memorable characters through her poems. Whether it's the mischievous "Polly Van" or the peculiar "Mr. Uppity-Puppity," each character is brought to life with her playful and inventive style. The poems in "The Best Nonsense Verses" also showcase Bacon's mastery of rhythm and language. Through her use of onomatopoeia, alliteration, and inventive word choices, she creates a musicality in her verses that adds another layer of enjoyment to the reading experience. What sets this collection apart is its accessibility to readers of all ages. While the poems are silly and lighthearted, they also contain wisdom and subtle messages about life. Bacon's ability to weave profound ideas into nonsense verse demonstrates her skill as a writer and her understanding of the human experience. While some of the poems may seem simple on the surface, they often hold deeper meanings, inviting readers to explore and contemplate. This depth, combined with the lightheartedness of the verses, offers a unique reading experience that can be enjoyed by readers of all ages. "The Best Nonsense Verses" is a truly delightful collection that will make readers laugh, think, and appreciate the beauty of language. Josephine Daskam Bacon's wit and creativity shine through in each poem, making this book a must-read for anyone who enjoys a good dose of nonsense and whimsy. First Page: The Best Nonsense Verses, Chosen by Josephine Dodge Daskam EVANSTON WILLIAM S. LORD 1902 Copyright 1901 WILLIAM S. LORD PUBLISHER'S NOTE The publisher desires to acknowledge the courtesy of authors and publishers in granting permission to reprint the verses contained in this book. To Mr. Guy Wetmore Carryl, whose "Fables for the Frivolous" are published by Messrs. Harper & Brothers; to Mr. Charles E. Carryl, whose verses appeared originally in St. Nicholas ; to Mr. Oliver Herford, whose "Child's Primer of Natural History" is published by Messrs. Charles Scribner's Sons; to the same author for the selection from "Alphabet of Celebrities," published by Messrs. Small, Maynard & Co.; and Messrs. Harper & Brothers, the publishers of du Maurier's "A Legend of Camelot;" and to Messrs. Little, Brown & Co., who publish an edition of Lear's Nonsense Books. CONTENTS Page Father William Lewis Carroll 7 The Walrus and the Carpenter Lewis Carroll 9 The Hunting of the Snark, Extracts Lewis Carroll 14 Jabberwocky Lewis Carroll 19 The Jumblies Edward Lear 21 The Yonghy Bonghy Bo Edward Lear 25 Nonsense Verses Edward Lear 30 Gentle Alice Brown W... Continue reading book >>

The Best Nonsense Verses By: Josephine Daskam Bacon (1876-1961)

Josephine Daskam Bacon's "The Best Nonsense Verses" is a delightful collection of whimsical and humorous poems. This book brings together a range of verses that are guaranteed to bring a smile to readers of all ages.

With her knack for wordplay and clever rhyme schemes, Bacon takes readers on a whimsical journey through a world of absurdity and imagination. Each poem is a unique blend of nonsense and wit, with clever twists and turns that keep the reader engaged from start to finish.

One of the highlights of this collection is Bacon's ability to effortlessly create vivid and memorable characters through her poems. Whether it's the mischievous "Polly Van" or the peculiar "Mr. Uppity-Puppity," each character is brought to life with her playful and inventive style.

The poems in "The Best Nonsense Verses" also showcase Bacon's mastery of rhythm and language. Through her use of onomatopoeia, alliteration, and inventive word choices, she creates a musicality in her verses that adds another layer of enjoyment to the reading experience.

What sets this collection apart is its accessibility to readers of all ages. While the poems are silly and lighthearted, they also contain wisdom and subtle messages about life. Bacon's ability to weave profound ideas into nonsense verse demonstrates her skill as a writer and her understanding of the human experience.

While some of the poems may seem simple on the surface, they often hold deeper meanings, inviting readers to explore and contemplate. This depth, combined with the lightheartedness of the verses, offers a unique reading experience that can be enjoyed by readers of all ages.

"The Best Nonsense Verses" is a truly delightful collection that will make readers laugh, think, and appreciate the beauty of language. Josephine Daskam Bacon's wit and creativity shine through in each poem, making this book a must-read for anyone who enjoys a good dose of nonsense and whimsy.

First Page:

The Best Nonsense Verses, Chosen by Josephine Dodge Daskam

EVANSTON WILLIAM S. LORD 1902

PUBLISHER'S NOTE

The publisher desires to acknowledge the courtesy of authors and publishers in granting permission to reprint the verses contained in this book. To Mr. Guy Wetmore Carryl, whose "Fables for the Frivolous" are published by Messrs. Harper & Brothers; to Mr. Charles E. Carryl, whose verses appeared originally in St. Nicholas ; to Mr. Oliver Herford, whose "Child's Primer of Natural History" is published by Messrs. Charles Scribner's Sons; to the same author for the selection from "Alphabet of Celebrities," published by Messrs. Small, Maynard & Co.; and Messrs. Harper & Brothers, the publishers of du Maurier's "A Legend of Camelot;" and to Messrs. Little, Brown & Co., who publish an edition of Lear's Nonsense Books.

CONTENTS

Page

Father William Lewis Carroll 7

The Walrus and the Carpenter Lewis Carroll 9

The Hunting of the Snark, Extracts Lewis Carroll 14

Jabberwocky Lewis Carroll 19

The Jumblies Edward Lear 21

The Yonghy Bonghy Bo Edward Lear 25

Nonsense Verses Edward Lear 30

Gentle Alice Brown W... Continue reading book >>

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