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Broad Grins
Paperback
HumorFiction AnthologiesGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781023082006
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 42
Weight: 0.16
Height: 0.09 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Dive into the world of 18th-century wit and verse with George Colman the Younger's Broad Grins, a delightful collection of humorous poetry and satire. This edition meticulously reprints Colman's classic work, including tales previously published as My Night-Gown and Slippers, offering a comprehensive look at his celebrated poetic style.
A master of light verse, Colman uses clever wordplay and sharp observation to create memorable and amusing narratives. From playful anecdotes to pointed social commentary, Broad Grins showcases the author's talent for blending humor with insightful perspectives on English society. Explore a bygone era through the lens of Colman's engaging poems, a treasure trove of wit and wordplay that has entertained readers for generations. This collection represents a significant contribution to English literature and offers a fascinating glimpse into the humor of the time.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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