Nonsense Drolleries is a collection of humorous and whimsical poems and drawings by Edward Lear, the renowned English artist and poet. The book is divided into two sections: Nonsense Poems and Nonsense Drawings. The Nonsense Poems section contains a variety of humorous and nonsensical poems, such as "The Owl and the Pussycat," "The Jumblies," and "The Dong with the Luminous Nose." These poems are full of imaginative creatures, absurd situations, and playful rhymes. The Nonsense Drawings section contains a selection of Lear's whimsical and humorous drawings. These drawings feature a variety of creatures, such as owls, cats, and other animals, as well as landscapes and other scenes. Nonsense Drolleries is a delightful collection of Lear's work that will bring a smile to the face of any reader.
By Edward Lear · First published 1889 · Genre: Humor, Children's Literature, Fantasy · 2 chapters