
Nonsense Verses
by Edward Lear
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Edward Lear's Nonsense Verses is a witty and whimsical collection of poems and stories. The verses are full of Lear's signature nonsense, with plenty of puns, wordplay, and unexpected twists and turns. The stories are just as imaginative, with characters like the Jumblies, the Owl and the Pussycat, and the Dong with the Luminous Nose. Lear's nonsense is sure to entertain readers of all ages, and his verses have been enjoyed by children and adults alike for over a century.Book Details
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Edward Lear
England
Edward Lear was an English artist, illustrator, musician, author and poet, now known mostly for his literary nonsense in poetry and prose and especially his limerick...
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