Police Court Sense (Rhymes for the Times)

Name: Police Court Sense (Rhymes for the Times)
Author: Harry Graham

This collection of poems satirizes British society and politics during World War I, using humor to critique the establishment and social norms. The poems are written in a lighthearted style but tackle serious issues like class inequality, militarism, and government corruption. They often use irony and ridicule to make pointed commentary on the times.

By Harry Graham · First published 1899 · Genre: Satire, Poetry, Humor · 435 words

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['The evidence that I heard totally failed to satisfy me that he / was drunk at all in what, for want of a better definition of the / term, I may call the Police Court sense. ' -- Mr. CHESTER JONES.]

When Uncle Edward comes to dine, / He drinks such quantities of wine, / You never know / How far he'll go, / Or what he'll leave unsaid; / He frequently insults his host, / And quotes things from the _Winning Post_, / Until, with sighs, / His friends arise / And bear him off to bed. / But as they leave him in his bunk, / With what a joy intense / They realise he is not drunk -- / In the Police Court sense!

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Work type: Poem
Author: Harry Graham
Date: 1899 CE
Language: English
Genres: Satire, Poetry, Humor, Social Commentary, Drama
Length: 435 words
Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Satire — The work uses humor and irony to critique social norms and behaviors, particularly through exaggerated depictions of legal and personal situations.
Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, employing rhyme and meter to convey its themes and narrative.
Humor — The content is designed to amuse and entertain, using wit and comedic elements to highlight absurdities in societal and legal contexts.
Social Commentary — The work reflects on and critiques societal behaviors and norms, particularly those related to legal definitions and personal conduct.