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Mirth and Metre
Paperback
HumorFiction AnthologiesGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781023573276
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 72
Weight: 0.25
Height: 0.15 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Experience the wit and whimsy of Victorian verse with Mirth and Metre, a delightful collection of humorous poetry and lighthearted legends. Compiled by Frank E. Smedley and Edmund H. Yates, this anthology offers a journey into a world of mirthful storytelling and clever satire.
Explore a range of poetic forms and styles as these celebrated authors playfully retell classic legends and offer wry observations on life. From charmingly absurd narratives to sharp social commentary, Mirth and Metre provides enduring entertainment and a glimpse into the literary sensibilities of a bygone era. Perfect for lovers of poetry, humor, and classic literature, this volume promises to bring a smile to your face and a spring to your step. Rediscover the joy of expertly crafted verse and the timeless appeal of good-natured fun in this carefully prepared print republication.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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