Gilbert, W. S. (William Schwenck) 1836-1911 creator text utu 1997 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Songs of a Savoyard" by W. S. Gilbert is a collection of humorous and satirical poems written in the late 19th century. The book reflects Gilbert’s characteristic wit and criticism of Victorian society through playful verses and songs that often poke fun at social norms, politics, and human behavior. At the start of the collection, readers encounter a series of lively and entertaining poems that introduce various characters and situations, such as sailors, high-ranking officers, and whimsical anecdotes. The opening poem, "The Darned Mounseer," sets the tone with a light-hearted depiction of a naval encounter with a Frenchman, highlighting the jovial spirit of competition and camaraderie among sailors. Other initial pieces like "The Englishman" and "The Disagreeable Man" further exemplify Gilbert's knack for juxtaposing humor with societal observations, drawing readers into a delightful blend of character sketches and musicality that invites laughter and reflection alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 1997-06-01 Transcribed from the 1920 Macmillan and Co edition of “The Bab Ballads”, also from “Fifty Bab Ballads” 1884 George Routledge and Sons edition by David Price Original publication data not identified English wit and humor Humorous poetry, English Songs, English -- Texts PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/934 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/934 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133038.0 934