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100	1		_aLear, Edward, _d1812-1888
245	1	2	_aA Book of Nonsense
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-10-08
508			_aE-text prepared by Dave Newman, Ben Courtney, and Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders
520			_a"A Book of Nonsense" by Edward Lear is a whimsical collection of children's poetry created in the 19th century. This book belongs to the genre of children's literature and is notably recognized for its playful use of nonsense verse and rhyme. Lear's work is emblematic of the Victorian era, showcasing an imaginative landscape where absurdity and humor reign. It engages young readers with its delightful characters and humorous situations, inviting them into a world of silliness. The book features a series of amusing limericks, each centered around eccentric characters, mainly "Old Men" and "Young Ladies," who find themselves in ludicrous and entertaining predicaments. Each poem encapsulates a brief narrative filled with quirky scenarios, from cats being mistaken for objects to the peculiar habits of oddly behaving individuals. The vibrant illustrations that accompany the verses further enhance the joviality of Lear's creations. Through its playful language and silly stories, "A Book of Nonsense" delights readers of all ages and invites them to appreciate the joy of imagination and laughter. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aLimericks, Juvenile
653			_aChildren's poetry, English
653			_aNonsense verses, English
653			_aHumorous poetry, English
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13646
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