Enough is as Good as a Feast by Harry Graham

Name: Enough is as Good as a Feast
Author: Harry Graham

This collection of humorous poems subverts common sayings and proverbs to create absurd and satirical effects. The title poem, for example, presents a character who is content with meager rations, while others around him are feasting lavishly. The work pokes fun at societal norms and expectations, often using irony and understatement to highlight the contradictions of everyday life.

By Harry Graham · First published 1927 · Genre: Satire, Poetry, Humor · 435 words

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What is Enough? An idle dream! / One cannot have enough, I swear, / Of Ices or Meringues-and-Cream, / Nougat or Chocolate Eclairs, / Of Oysters or of Caviar, / Of Prawns or Pate de Foie _Grar_!

Who would not willingly forsake / Kindred and Home, without a fuss, / For Icing from a Birthday Cake, / Or juicy fat Asparagus, / And journey over countless seas / For New Potatoes and Green Peas?

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Work type: Poem
Author: Harry Graham
Date: 1927 CE
Language: English
Genres: Satire, Poetry, Humor, Parody, Social Commentary
Length: 435 words
Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Satire — The work humorously critiques the idea of moderation and contentment through exaggerated depictions of gluttony and indulgence.
Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter to convey its themes.
Humor — The playful and witty language, along with the absurdity of the scenarios, contributes to its comedic tone.
Parody — It parodies traditional proverbs by twisting their meanings to highlight human excess and desire.