Anonymous creator Edmond, John Philip 1850-1906 Worde, Wynkyn de -1535? text utu 2019 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Cocke Lorelles Bote" by Anonymous is a satirical poem likely written during the early part of the reign of Henry the Eighth, making it part of the early 16th-century English literature. This work, which comprises 414 lines, critiques various classes of society, particularly focusing on the lower orders. With a unique copy printed by Wynkyn de Worde, the poem uses humor to sketch the vices and follies of its subjects quickly and effectively. The poem presents a comical tableau of society through the character of Cocke Lorell, a cunning leader of a band of robbers, who gathers a motley crew of dishonest tradesmen and vagabonds in a boat. Each character is presented with a vivid and humorous description, showcasing their various shortcomings and moral failings. As they embark on a journey together, the interactions among these dubious characters underline themes of greed, deception, and social commentary. Through Cocke Lorell's leadership, the poem illustrates the chaotic camaraderie of the untrustworthy, culminating in a raucous celebration that critiques the societal norms of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2019-08-24 Produced by Chuck Greif, deaurider and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified English poetry -- Early modern, 1500-1700 Satire, English -- Early works to 1800 PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60158 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60158 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134403.0 60158