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100 1 _aHamilton, Walter,
_d1844-1899
245 1 0 _aParodies of the works of English & American authors, vol. IV
246 1 _aParodies of the works of English and American authors, vol. IV
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2023
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2023-04-14
508 _aCarol Brown, Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Parodies of the Works of English & American Authors, Vol. IV" by Walter Hamilton is a collection of literary parodies written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses specifically on parodies of popular ballads, songs, and odes, drawing from a wide range of authors including T. Haynes Bayly, W. S. Gilbert, and Lord Tennyson. The book aims to celebrate the humor and wit found in imitating and exaggerating the works of established poets and songwriters, providing an entertaining take on their original compositions. The opening portion introduces the concept of parody through a rich array of examples, showcasing the humorous twists applied to well-loved songs and poems. It highlights both contemporary and classic authors, emphasizing the lighthearted nature of parody as a form of entertainment and a subtle compliment to the original works. From playful adaptations of familiar favorites to clever commentary on artistic styles, this volume sets the stage for a delightful exploration of literary wit and creativity through parody. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cUnited Kingdom: Reeves & Turner, 1887
653 _aParodies
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/70546
999 _c111272
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