Ruthless Rhymes for Heartless Homes (eBook)

Harry Graham (Autor)

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2022
24 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654712814-4 (EAN)

Infos

Harry Graham's 'Ruthless Rhymes for Heartless Homes' is a collection of satirical, witty, and darkly humorous poems that reflect the cynicism and ironic tone of the early 20th century. Written in a light-hearted and whimsical style, Graham's verses touch upon topics such as social mores, family life, and human nature, offering a unique and sharp commentary on the world around him. The rhymes, while seemingly simple on the surface, contain layers of complexity and depth that reveal Graham's keen observation and wit. The collection is a reflection of the changing literary landscape of its time, moving away from traditional poetic forms to more experimental and unconventional styles. Graham's ability to blend humor with critique makes 'Ruthless Rhymes for Heartless Homes' a timeless and engaging read for lovers of satirical poetry.

Autor

Harry Graham (1874-1936), born Jocelyn Henry Clive Graham, was an English writer best known for his wit and satirical verse. Trained at Sandhurst, he served in the British army but found his true calling in literature. Graham's remarkable facility with rhyme and rhythm paired with a keenly sharp satirical eye resonated in early 20th-century literary circles. His most famous book, 'Ruthless Rhymes for Heartless Homes' (1899), is a collection of humorous and macabre verses that subvert the traditional nursery rhyme structure. Each rhyme is a vignette, presenting a darkly comedic look at Edwardian society's hypocrisies and pretensions. The book's disturbing humor and ironic twists turned it into a classic, capturing the imagination of readers with its gleeful irreverence. Graham's literary style, which often danced on the fine line between the morose and the humorous, has been praised for both its unique cadence and the grim wit that permeates the text. His work stands as a testament to Edwardian satire, depicting a society where an undercurrent of cruelty is cloaked in the polished veneer of civilized life. The legacy of Harry Graham's writing is found not just in his own publications but also in the way he has influenced humorists and satirists who have followed in his footsteps.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 1.8.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Comic / Humor / Manga ► Humor / Satire
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Lyrik / Dramatik ► Lyrik / Gedichte
• Schlagworte: Antique British verse • black humor verses • british poets • British satirical poems • Classic humorous verse • Cynical nursery rhymes • dark comedy in poetry • Dark humor verses • Edwardian era poetry • Edwardian era poets • English • English literature • Harry Graham poetry • heartless humorous rhymes • humorous poetry • Illustrated vintage poetry • ironic lyrical poems • Quirky rhyming couplets • Ruthless Rhymes for Heartless Homes • Sardonic poetic collection • satirical poetry • Victorian children's poetry • vintage poetry collection