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Mother Goose for Grown-ups
Paperback
HumorFiction AnthologiesGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781023195492
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 54
Weight: 0.20
Height: 0.11 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Rediscover the wit and whimsy of Mother Goose for Grown-ups by Guy Wetmore Carryl. This collection offers a humorous twist on familiar nursery rhymes, transforming childhood favorites into clever parodies for a more mature audience. Carryl's work provides a delightful and satirical take on traditional verses, showcasing his skill in crafting memorable and amusing poetry.
A prime example of American humorous poetry, this book reimagines classic Mother Goose tales with a sophisticated and playful sensibility. Explore a collection that has entertained readers for generations with its sharp wit and enduring charm. Perfect for those who appreciate clever wordplay and enjoy a nostalgic trip down memory lane with a decidedly grown-up perspective.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.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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