A Lytle Jape of Tusherie
A satirical poem that humorously critiques the repetitive and mundane nature of certain literary tasks. The narrator, A. Tusher, laments the tediousness of his work, using the word "tush" as a refrain to emphasize the monotony. The poem contrasts the vibrant life of nature with the dullness of the author's task, highlighting the disconnect between the beauty of the world and the drudgery of his writing. The poem concludes with a humorous twist, suggesting that even in the afterlife, the author will be met with the same tiresome refrain.
By Robert Louis Stevenson · First published 1885 · Genre: Nonsense Poetry, Humor, Light Verse · 234 words
First lines
By A. Tusher The pleasant river gushes Among the meadows green; At home the author tushes; For him it flows unseen.
The Birds among the Bushes May wanton on the spray; But vain for him who tushes The brightness of the day!
The frog among the rushes Sits singing in the blue.
By 'r la'kin! but these tushes Are wearisome to do!
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Robert Louis Stevenson
- Date: 1885 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Nonsense Poetry, Humor, Light Verse, Satire
- Length: 234 words
- Structure: 1 section, 11 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Nonsense Poetry — The work employs absurd language, playful structure, and whimsical repetition that characterize nonsense poetry.
- Humor — The text's light-hearted tone, playful wordplay, and exaggerated scenarios emphasize a humorous approach.
- Light Verse — The rhythmic structure and concise poetic form align with the characteristics of light, breezy verse.
- Satire — The exaggerated repetition and mock seriousness subtly parody traditional poetic themes, suggesting a satirical edge.
Tags
adventure · fantasy · satire · humor · whimsical · absurdity · irony · mystery · parody · picaresque · historical · fable
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