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100	1		_aBacon, Josephine Daskam, _d1876-1961
245	1	4	_aThe Best Nonsense Verses
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2007
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
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338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2007-01-15
508			_aProduced by Sigal Alon, Fox in the Stars, Linda Cantoni, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
520			_a"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.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aNonsense verses
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20353
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