Caution by Gelett Burgess (1903)
The book Caution by Gelett Burgess is a collection of humorous poems and stories that satirize human behavior and social norms. The author uses exaggeration, irony, and wordplay to create comical situations and characters. Some of the themes explored in the book include love, marriage, education, and politics.
By Gelett Burgess · First published 1903 · Genre: Children's Literature, Educational, Poetry · 47 words
First lines
When you travel in the street, Are you cautious and discreet?
Do you look about for horses When your little brother crosses?
Do you go the shortest way, Never stopping once to play?
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Caution is listed on Textopian as a short story by Gelett Burgess, dated 1903 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Gelett Burgess
- Date: 1903 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Educational, Poetry, Didactic
- Length: 47 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The text is written in a simple, rhyming style suitable for children, focusing on everyday activities and safety.
- Educational — The content aims to teach children about safety and caution in a straightforward manner.
- Poetry — The use of rhyme and rhythm classifies the text as poetic.
- Didactic — The primary purpose is to instruct and inform young readers about cautious behavior.
Tags
humor · satire · poetry · illustration · whimsy · cautionary tales · nonsense · playful · absurdity · language · wordplay · creativity