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LoC No.: 12000555

Title: A line-o'-verse or two

Note: Reading ease score: 88.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Bryan Ness, Anne Storer and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "A Line-o'-Verse or Two" by Bert Leston Taylor is a collection of humorous poems written in the early 20th century. This compilation encompasses a range of lighthearted topics, often characterized by a satirical and whimsical tone. Taylor's verses draw from everyday life, social commentary, and literary references, reflecting the cultural landscape of his time. The book features a variety of poetic forms, including ballades and humorous jingles, that explore themes from the absurdities of modern living to the nuances of human experiences and relationships. Notable pieces include "The Lay of St. Ambrose," which satirizes the struggles of a monk with self-discipline and desire, and "Gentle Doctor Brown," a light-hearted take on an overzealous doctor. Throughout the collection, Taylor’s clever wordplay and rhythmic style engage readers, inviting them to revel in the humor and wit embedded in the ordinary moments of life. Overall, "A Line-o'-Verse or Two" serves as a delightful reflection on the quirks of humanity, rendered through charming poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Taylor, Bert Leston, 1866-1921

EBook No.: 30038

Published: Sep 20, 2009

Downloads: 116

Language: English

Subject: Poetry

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 12000555

Title: A line-o'-verse or two

Note: Reading ease score: 88.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Bryan Ness, Anne Storer and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "A Line-o'-Verse or Two" by Bert Leston Taylor is a collection of humorous poems written in the early 20th century. This compilation encompasses a range of lighthearted topics, often characterized by a satirical and whimsical tone. Taylor's verses draw from everyday life, social commentary, and literary references, reflecting the cultural landscape of his time. The book features a variety of poetic forms, including ballades and humorous jingles, that explore themes from the absurdities of modern living to the nuances of human experiences and relationships. Notable pieces include "The Lay of St. Ambrose," which satirizes the struggles of a monk with self-discipline and desire, and "Gentle Doctor Brown," a light-hearted take on an overzealous doctor. Throughout the collection, Taylor’s clever wordplay and rhythmic style engage readers, inviting them to revel in the humor and wit embedded in the ordinary moments of life. Overall, "A Line-o'-Verse or Two" serves as a delightful reflection on the quirks of humanity, rendered through charming poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Taylor, Bert Leston, 1866-1921

EBook No.: 30038

Published: Sep 20, 2009

Downloads: 116

Language: English

Subject: Poetry

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.