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The Bab Ballads

By Gilbert, W. S.

The Bab Ballads

By Gilbert, W. S.

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The bab ballads presents a lively collection of humorous verses that blend wit, satire, and playfulness in poetic form. Through a series of fanciful scenarios and eccentric figures, the verses expose the absurdities of polite society, professional life, and social behavior with keen observation and comic exaggeration. The early section of the work introduces poems filled with absurd yet endearing situations, combining cheerful rhythms with sharp irony. One poem centers on an optimistic ship captain whose well¿meant ideas lead to amusing consequences, while another portrays rival clergymen whose competition in gentleness transforms into a parody of moral vanity. Each piece highlights the poet's talent for mingling mockery and charm, using humor to reveal both human folly and generosity. Beneath the light tone lies a subtle commentary on hypocrisy and self¿importance, showing that humor can both entertain and critique. Through playful language, rhythmic inventiveness, and a mix of sentiment and satire, the collection invites readers into a world of clever absurdity and lasting amusement.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
128
Release Date:
2025-10-01
Publication Date:
2025-10-01
Publisher:
Double 9 Books
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
9374837439
ISBN13:
9789374837436
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
172 g
Height:
140 cm
Width:
216 cm
Thickness:
7 cm
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