02399cam a22003493u 4500 61301 UtSlPG 20260610134419.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Hood, Thomas, 1799-1845 The Works of Thomas Hood; Vol. 02 (of 11) : Comic and Serious, in Prose and Verse, With All the Original Illustrations Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-02-02 Produced by Jane Robins, Reiner Ruf, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Works of Thomas Hood; Vol. 02 (of 11)" by Thomas Hood is a collection of comedic and serious writings, including prose and verse, published in the late 19th century. This volume showcases Hood's range as a writer, with topics that span from whimsical poetry to satirical essays, often reflecting on social commentary and human experiences. Readers can expect a rich tapestry of humor and insight, delivered through various characters and settings that highlight the absurdities of life. The opening of this volume introduces Hood's unique style through a lively poem titled "The Boy at the Nore," inviting readers to consider the whimsical life of a boy living on the sea. This is followed by "The Run-Over," a humorous anecdote about a coachman sharing an outrageous tale of survival against the odds. The initial chapters set the tone for the collection, blending light-hearted narratives with deeper reflections, promising an engaging reading experience full of wit and artistry that captures both the comic and serious aspects of human nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English wit and humor Humorous poetry, English English poetry -- 19th century Broderip, Frances Freeling, 1830-1878 Hood, Tom, 1835-1874 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/61301 102127 102127