The Tiger by Hilaire Belloc (1896)
A story about a tiger that escapes from the zoo and wreaks havoc on London. The narrative follows the tiger's rampage through the city, causing destruction and chaos wherever it goes. The tone is satirical and humorous, with a focus on the absurdity of the situation.
By Hilaire Belloc · First published 1896 · Genre: Children's Literature, Humor, Poetry · 54 words
First lines
The Tiger on the other hand, is kittenish and mild, / He makes a pretty playfellow for any little child; / And mothers of large families (who claim to common sense) / Will find a Tiger well repay the trouble and expense.
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The Tiger is listed on Textopian as a poem by Hilaire Belloc, dated 1896 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Hilaire Belloc
- Date: 1896 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Humor, Poetry, Satire
- Length: 54 words
- Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The playful and mild depiction of a tiger as a suitable playfellow for children aligns with themes common in children's literature.
- Humor — The ironic suggestion that a tiger is a suitable pet for children and families introduces a humorous element.
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, characteristic of poetry.
- Satire — The exaggerated portrayal of a tiger as a domestic pet serves as a satirical commentary on common sense.
Tags
Fable · Poetry · Children's Literature · Animal Story · Tiger · Hunting · Adventure · Humor · Satire · Social Commentary · Morality Tale · Rhyming Verse