01917cam a22003013u 4500 17898 UtSlPG 20260610133422.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Godley, A. D. (Alfred Denis), 1856-1925 Lyra Frivola Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-03-02 Produced by Al Haines "Lyra Frivola" by A. D. Godley is a collection of humorous verse, likely written in the late 19th century. The book primarily showcases the author's witty and satirical poetry, often reflecting on academia, society, and politics, with clever references and light-hearted critiques of contemporary issues. Godley employs a variety of poetic forms to convey his ideas, building an entertaining commentary on various aspects of culture and intellect. The collection features a range of poems, each tackling different themes, including journalism, education, social commentary, and literary ambitions. Notable pieces like "The Journalist Abroad" humorously examine the pressures of writing, while "Pedagogy" critiques educational methods. Through clever wordplay and whimsical narratives, Godley's poems also touch on topics such as nationalism, the British class system, and the nature of artistic success. The lighthearted and satirical tone of "Lyra Frivola" makes it both an enjoyable read and a valuable reflection of its time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Poetry https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17898 59284 59284