A Davies, Randall 1866-1946 creator text utu 2025 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "A Lyttel Booke of Nonsense" by Randall Davies is a whimsical collection of humorous verses and limericks published during the early 20th century. This lighthearted book reflects the playful spirit of its time, likely evoking the traditions of children's literature and light poetry in England. It consists entirely of playful rhymes, showcasing the author's skill in crafting entertaining nonsense that captivates readers of all ages. The content of "A Lyttel Booke of Nonsense" features a series of charming limericks that tell amusing tales about various characters, often highlighting their quirky attributes and situations. Each poem introduces a different eccentric personality or scenario, from a young fellow dealing with a fear of the dark to an old fellow struggling with his granddaughter's suitors. Through clever wordplay and humorous situations, the book invites readers to enjoy the lighter side of life and the joy of language. Ultimately, it serves as a delightful reminder of the whimsical nature of nonsense poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Limericks, illustrated by reproductions from old woodcuts. Release date is 2025-03-03 Alan, Susan E. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Originally published: London: Macmillan & Co. Ld., 1912 Nonsense verses, English Limericks Wood engravings PR London: Macmillan & Co. Ld., 1912 https://archive.org/details/lyttelbookeofnon00davi/mode/2up https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/75511 https://archive.org/details/lyttelbookeofnon00davi/mode/2up https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/75511 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134740.0 75511