| Author |
Gilbert, W. S. (William Schwenck), 1836-1911 |
| Title |
Songs of a Savoyard
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the 1920 Macmillan and Co edition of “The Bab Ballads”, also from “Fifty Bab Ballads” 1884 George Routledge and Sons edition by David Price
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| Summary |
"Songs of a Savoyard" by W. S. Gilbert is a collection of humorous and satirical poems written in the late 19th century. The book reflects Gilbert’s characteristic wit and criticism of Victorian society through playful verses and songs that often poke fun at social norms, politics, and human behavior. At the start of the collection, readers encounter a series of lively and entertaining poems that introduce various characters and situations, such as sailors, high-ranking officers, and whimsical anecdotes. The opening poem, "The Darned Mounseer," sets the tone with a light-hearted depiction of a naval encounter with a Frenchman, highlighting the jovial spirit of competition and camaraderie among sailors. Other initial pieces like "The Englishman" and "The Disagreeable Man" further exemplify Gilbert's knack for juxtaposing humor with societal observations, drawing readers into a delightful blend of character sketches and musicality that invites laughter and reflection alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English wit and humor
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| Subject |
Humorous poetry, English
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| Subject |
Songs, English -- Texts
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
934 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 1997 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Aug 11, 2019 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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