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Songs Of A Savoyard

Songs Of A Savoyard

Gilbert, William Schwenk

Paperback

HumorGeneral Poetry

Publisher Price: $15.99

ISBN10: 9374833727
ISBN13: 9789374833728
Publisher: Double 9 Books
Published: Oct 1 2025
Pages: 140
Weight: 0.37
Height: 0.33 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Songs of a Savoyard is a spirited collection of humorous and satirical verses that showcase the poet's sharp wit and playful critique of social life. The work combines melody and mockery to illuminate the ironies of everyday existence, where pride, folly, and pretense become subjects of light hearted ridicule. Opening with lively depictions of sailors, officers, and eccentric figures, the collection captures the charm of rhythmic storytelling and comic exaggeration. Through its engaging parodies and character portraits, the book transforms familiar social situations into clever reflections on vanity, class, and human absurdity. The humor, though whimsical, carries undercurrents of social observation, revealing how laughter can expose the rigidity of convention and the frailty of pride. Each poem sustains a balance between levity and meaning, evoking amusement while prompting subtle introspection. With its lyrical flow and theatrical flair, the collection stands as both entertainment and cultural commentary on the spirited contradictions of its age.

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