Chorus for Mixed Voices
The work is a collection of humorous essays and poems that explore the human condition through satire and irony. It critiques societal norms and conventions, often using absurdity and exaggeration to make pointed commentary on politics, culture, and everyday life. The tone is lighthearted yet incisive, with a focus on clever wordplay and witty observations.
By Franklin P. Adams · First published 1928 · Genre: Poetry, Humor, Satire · 203 words
First lines
(Being a stenographic report of how it sounds from the piazza when a dozen boat loads go out on the lake of a summer evening.)
How can I bear to good old Yale the shades of Upidee That's where my heart is weep no more in sunny Tennessee How dear to heart grows weary far from meadow grass is blue Above Cayuga's waters we will sing I'm strong for you.
A Spanish cava fare thee well and everything so fine That's where you get your old black Joe my darling Clementine The old folks would enjoy it on the road to Mandalay 'Twas from Aunt Dinah's polly-wolly-woodle all the day.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Franklin P. Adams
- Date: 1928 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Humor, Satire, Literary Fiction
- Length: 203 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with rhythmic and rhyming elements.
- Humor — The playful and whimsical nature of the verses suggests a humorous intent.
- Satire — The text appears to parody or mimic traditional songs and cultural references.
- Literary Fiction — The work employs a sophisticated use of language and literary devices.
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Humor · Satire · Social Commentary · American Literature · Short Stories · Comedy · Critique of Society · Observational Writing · Wit · Sarcasm · Irony · Literary Fiction