The Legend of the Author (other Verses)
This collection of poetry satirizes societal norms and conventions through humorous and often irreverent verse. It critiques the pretensions of the upper class, the hypocrisy of social etiquette, and the absurdities of modern life. The poems are characterized by their clever wordplay, witty observations, and biting satire.
By Harry Graham · First published 1906 · Genre: Satire, Poetry, Humor · 2,666 words
First lines
(_A long way after Ingoldsby_)
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Harry Graham
- Date: 1906 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Satire, Poetry, Humor, Literary Criticism, Social Commentary
- Length: 2,666 words
- Structure: 1 section, 22 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Satire — The work employs humor and irony to critique societal norms and the publishing industry.
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter.
- Humor — The narrative is infused with comedic elements and witty observations.
- Literary Criticism — The work reflects on literary styles and the challenges faced by authors in the publishing world.
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Satire · Humor · Poetry · Verse · Literary Fiction · Social Commentary · Dark Comedy · Absurdism · British Literature · 20th Century Literature · Collection of Poems · Anthology
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- What's in a Name? (1927)
- Nobody's Darling! (Rhymes for the Times) (1902)
- Roses all the Way (Rhymes for the Times) (1925)
- The Triumph of Jam (Rhymes for the Times) (1902)
- Egregious Eastbourne (Rhymes for the Times) (1907)
- Sarah Owen (Rhymes for the Times) (1902)
- The Last Horsed 'Bus (Rhymes for the Times) (1925)
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