Calico Pie is a collection of whimsical poems written by Edward Lear, a renowned English poet, artist, and author. The poems are written in a variety of styles, from nonsense verse to limericks, and feature a wide range of characters, from birds and animals to kings and queens. The collection begins with the title poem, “Calico Pie,” which tells the story of a group of birds who build a nest in a calico tree. The birds then proceed to have a variety of adventures, including a battle with a giant, a visit to a castle, and a journey to the moon. The collection also includes “The Owl and the Pussycat,” a beloved poem about two unlikely friends who go on a voyage together. Other poems in the collection include “The Jumblies,” “The Dong with the Luminous Nose,” and “The Courtship of the Yonghy-Bonghy-Bo.” Calico Pie is a delightful collection of poems that will delight readers of all ages. With its whimsical characters and imaginative stories, it is sure to bring a smile to any reader’s face.
By Edward Lear · First published 1888 · Genre: Children's Literature, Humor, Poetry