Two elderly men live together in a small cottage. They are both bachelors and have no family ties. Their lives are mundane and uneventful, with little excitement or purpose. One day, they decide to take a trip to the countryside, where they encounter various absurd creatures and situations. The story is a commentary on the monotony of old age and the search for meaning in life.
By Edward Lear · First published 1865 · Genre: Poetry, Humor, Children's Literature