02182cam a22003013u 4500 20353 UtSlPG 20260610133454.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PN Bacon, Josephine Daskam, 1876-1961 The Best Nonsense Verses Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-01-15 Produced by Sigal Alon, Fox in the Stars, Linda Cantoni, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "The Best Nonsense Verses by Josephine Daskam Bacon" is a delightful collection of whimsical poetry compiled in the early 20th century, around the turn of the century. This anthology showcases the playful and absurd world of nonsense poetry, featuring works from renowned authors such as Lewis Carroll, Edward Lear, and W.S. Gilbert. The cheerful and light-hearted nature of the verses invites readers to indulge in the fantastical and humorous realms created by the authors, making it a timeless read for both children and adults alike. The book includes a variety of entertaining and imaginative poems that depict outlandish situations, quirky characters, and absurd dialogues. For instance, Lewis Carroll’s iconic "Jabberwocky" introduces an imaginative monster in a whimsical battle, while Edward Lear presents charming nonsense characters like the "Jumblies," who journey to sea in a sieve. Other verses explore unique perspectives on familiar tales, like "Red Ridinghood," infusing humor into traditional narratives. The collection vibrantly captures a spirit of playfulness and literary delight that encourages readers to embrace the fun of language and creativity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Nonsense verses https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20353 61624 61624