Mother Goose for Grown-ups by Guy Wetmore Carryl
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About this eBook
| Author | Carryl, Guy Wetmore, 1873-1904 |
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| Illustrator | Newell, Peter, 1862-1924 |
| Illustrator | Verbeek, Gustave, 1867-1937 |
| Title | Mother Goose for Grown-ups |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Mother Goose for Grown-ups" by Guy Wetmore Carryl is a whimsical collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. This book reinterprets traditional nursery rhymes with a humorous twist, making it particularly appealing to an adult audience. Carryl's work cleverly blends satire and playful language, depicting familiar characters and stories in a new light that reflects more mature themes and sensibilities. The poems in the collection serve as comical narratives that often explore social mores and human folly, drawing heavily on the imagery of classic Mother Goose tales. For instance, characters like Jilted Jack, Little Bow Peep, and Humpty Dumpty find themselves in absurd situations that highlight their flaws and the humorous consequences of their actions. Each poem not only entertains but also imparts a moral lesson, framed within the context of light-hearted satire, making it a delightful read for those who appreciate clever wordplay and an amusing take on childhood stories. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry |
| Subject | Mother Goose -- Parodies, imitations, etc. |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 50310 |
| Release Date | Oct 25, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 58 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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