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