Owl and the Pussycat
by Edward Lear
'Owl and the Pussycat' Summary
The Owl and the Pussycat is a classic nonsense poem by Edward Lear. It tells the tale of an unlikely couple, an owl and a pussycat, who set sail in a pea-green boat to find a place to get married. Along the way, they encounter a variety of absurd obstacles, from a runcible spoon to a pig who insists on a ring. The poem's playful language, nonsensical rhymes, and charming characters have made it a beloved favorite for generations of children.Book Details
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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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